Jacques Villon
Sketches of Figures

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Sketches of Figures
recto- image provided by MFAH conservation department
ArtistFrench, 1875–1963
CultureFrench
Titles
  • Sketches of Figures
Datec. 1894–1963
MediumPen and ink on wove paper
DimensionsSheet: 10 9/16 × 7 1/4 in. (26.8 × 18.4 cm)
Credit LineGift of Will L. McLendon in memory of Arthur Tafolla
Object number2020.478
Not on view

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ProvenanceThe artist, early 20th century?; Collection of Roger Hauert, before 2015; Collection of Will L. McLendon, by 2015; given to the MFAH, 2020.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Recto: Inscribed in graphite, bottom right corner: Bas [cursive]
Verso: Inscribed in graphite, bottom left corner: 202/262

Recto: Signed in graphite, bottom right: Jacques Villon [cursive]
Watermark: Recto: lower center: Motif of a hot air balloon with VIDALON [watermark for the French papermakers Canson & Montgolfier]

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