Lot 10235 – 1936 Essay by Achille Ouvré, Paris: A presentation

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Lot 10235 – 1936 Essay by Achille Ouvré, Paris: A presentation

Egypt » 1936-1952 King Farouk Definitives » Essays
Price realised
3’400 EUR
Estimate
2’600 – 3’000 EUR
Auction date
Mon 4 Dec 2023 at 16:00 (Europe/Zurich)
Description

1936 Essay by Achille Ouvré, Paris: A presentation card showing the Achille Ouvré design in seven different colours. Each colour has five examples of different shades to choose from arranged in horizontal strips and afixed to a large presentation card (310 x 370 mm). The chosen colours were for the 1m, 4m, 5m, 10m, 13m, 15m and 20m.

A stunning exhibition showpiece with 35 essays. Only two such presentation cards have been recorded.

Catalogue ref: Nile Post E428

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