Framed lithograph and stencil in colors on paper, "Nature Morte au Buste (Still Life with Bust)," after Fernand Leger (French, 1881-1955), from the "Contrastes" portfolio, published by Au Vent D'Arles, numbered 76/ 300, initialed in print F.L., blindstamped lower left, retaining Kathryn A. Todd Fine Arts, Indianapolis, gallery label verso, sheet: approx 15 7/8"h, 19.75"w, sight: approx 14"h, 19.25"w, overall: approx 22.75"h, 28.25"w, 6.5lbs **Provenance: the contents of a retired Wall Street executive's lakeside compound**

1.18.26-In my opinion regarding LOT: please note, I am not an expert on such works, the print was examined out of frame, a careful UV light examination was rather unremarkable revealing no obvious signs of restoration or alteration, the sheet is affixed to the backing with tape along the top edge, the sheet is intact with no noted rips or tears observed, the edges are deckled throughout, as described, the sheet is blindstamped, I note toning of varied degree to the margins and edges consistent with age and handling, I note some variation and imperfections within the image that may be inherent to the printing process and original creation, however I am unsure, the sheet presents with light surface wear and gentle planar undulation typical of paper of this type, the frame is intact with some rubs, nicks, and light wear, please refer to online images for full views of the frame and details available with zoom

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