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Georges Redon (French, 1869-1943) "Don't Drink The Water" Lithograph

Sold for $50 at Akiba Galleries on Apr 8, 2025.

Georges Redon (French, 1869-1943) "Don't Drink The Water" Lithograph auction lot image

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DESCRIPTION: This artwork featuring a young boy wearing a straw hat, a white shirt, and blue overalls. He is standing at the edge of a small body of water, urinating into it. The water is drawn with light blue and gray tones, with fish visibly swimming below the surface. A green frog is leaping near the water’s edge. At the bottom of the artwork, a handwritten French phrase reads: "Ne buvez jamais d'eau", which translates to "Never drink water." The artwork is signed in the lower right corner. On the back numbered "7089-520". It framed in a simple gold-colored frame with a white mat border. CIRCA: 20th Cent. ORIGIN: France DIMENSIONS: H: 14 1/2" W: 11 1/2" Framed: H: 20 1/4" W: 17" CONDITION: Great condition. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email.

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