Ink on paper, inscribed 'Bonnard' lower right, with label from Peter H. Deitsch, NY.

8 5/8 x 10 7/8 in. (sheet), 17 3/4 x 20 in. (frame).

Note: Pierre Bonnard made preparatory illustrations for the lithographic book title Le Petit Solfège between 1892 and 1893. The book was conceived as a children's primer on musical theory, written by Bonnard's brother-in-law Claude Terrasse, who was a celebrated composer and musician. The book contains thirty lithographs after original drawings by Bonnard. The work here is a study for the cover of the book and is a variation on the final image chosen. Another version of the cover can be seen in the collection of the National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC.

Staining around the sheet edges. The left sheet edge folded back slightly. The top sheet edge irregularly trimmed. Some surface soiling and staining. Ink wash and a pencil sketch on the reverse. Otherwise in good condition.Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.