Lot n° 145
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MATISSE Henri (1869-1954). "JAZZ. Paris, Tériade éditeur. 19 - Lot 145
MATISSE Henri (1869-1954). "JAZZ. Paris, Tériade éditeur. 1947". Leaves in white paper-folded cover decorated on the first cover with the title in black letters, on the second cover with motifs in black. In a grey paper-covered cardboard folder with label on spine, in a grey paper-covered cardboard slipcase.20 color stencil plates, based on Matisse's cut-outs and collages. 15 on double page. 12 black ornaments, table of images. Achevé d'imprimer, copy on Arches vellum, numbered 91 (edition of 250 and XX hors commerce), signed by Matisse.2 blank leaves at the head (not 3), one blank leaf at the end of the book (not 2).Paper cover very slightly yellowed with tiny freckles, tiny pitting; hardback cover a little worn, spine yellowed with cracks between spine and boards, some rubbing. (Claude Duthuit n° 22) 43.5 x 33.5cm. Jazz is undoubtedly Matisse's most important illustrated book and his most accomplished painter's book, the artist having revolutionized the technique. He began using cut-out gouaches in 1938, and masterfully succeeded in bringing out form and color simultaneously by cutting them out. As both author and illustrator, the brightly colored plates respond to Matisse's calligraphic reflections in perfect harmony. The moving, rhythmic illustrations evoke the tempo of a jazz orchestra or music hall, as well as faraway legends and travel souvenirs. Edmond Vairel took charge of transcribing the paper cut-outs and collages into plates and stencils, and coloring them in vibrant colors. The book was an immediate success, thanks to the tenacity of two men, Matisse and Tériade, the art critic who became his friend, who convinced him to go ahead and produce "a manuscript of modern paintings, the most beautiful book ever made on color". Exhibition: at the expert's 45 rue Sainte Anne - 75001 Paris, 01.42.96.12.17 until January 28, 2026. ExpertMember of SFEP: Sylvie COLLIGNON.
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Condition report for JAZZ by Henri MATISSE
lot 145 from the February 1st sale in Doullens
Please note:
Some traces of wavy folds in general,
title pages slightly yellowed.
Infine freckles or tiny stains on title, second cover, blank pages and a number of pages in the collection, text or on some plates.
Very slight surface rubbing on p. 6, tiny defects on p. 34, p. 56.
2 tiny dents p. 142.
Slight transfer p. 84, edges slightly yellowed on some pages.
Small tear in lower left corner of paper cover with title.
Please note :
Some waving marks generally,
title pages are lightly yellowed
a few tiny foxing or stains on the title pages, the white pages, on some of text pages or on a few illustrations
a very tiny abrasion (rubbing) p 6, some tiny imperfections p. 34, 56
2 tiny sinking p. 142
very light reporting mark on p.84, the edges are lightly yellowed to some pages.
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