Lot 429: Irene Sharaff (American, 1910-1993), Costume Design for Violette Verdy in Le Printemps, Signed and dated "Sharaff 72." l.r., identified

Irene Sharaff (American, 1910-1993)

Costume Design for Violette Verdy in Le Printemps
Signed and dated "Sharaff 72." l.r., identified in an inscription on the reverse.
Gouache, watercolor, and ink on paper, 14 7/8 x 11 in. (37.8 x 28.0 cm), unmatted, unframed.
Condition: Handling creases, mild soiling, cluster of small tack holes to u.c., toning and glue residue to reverse.

N.B. Le Printemps is a ballet made for the New York City Ballet by Lorca Massine, set to Debussy's eponymous music from 1887. The premiere took place on January 13, 1972, at the New York State Theater, Lincoln Center.