Marc Chagall (1887- 1985) is by many standards one of the most successful artists of the twentieth century. Raised in a poor Jewish family in the village of Vitebsk in old Russia, he forged a unique career in virtually every artistic medium. From his early Cubist paintings to his book illustrations, stage sets, ceramics, stained glass windows, tapestries and fine art prints, Chagall's haunting, exuberant, poetic images have enjoyed universal appeal.
CHAGALL PRINTS AND PAINTINGS
For many years the JANE KAHAN GALLERY has helped collectors purchase top quality Chagall paintings and works on paper. We are known particularly as a source for Chagall graphics.
Alexander Kahan was Chagall's agent for lithographs in North America during the last decades of the artist's life, and we still maintain a large collections of top quality Chagall prints. Chagall was a true graphic artist who participated in every detail of the creation of his prints. He made over a thousand different limited edition lithographs and numerous etchings for which there is enormous world-wide demand.
Condition is a paramount concern when it comes to prints and Chagall forgeries are not unknown. Unless a collector is thoroughly knowledgeable about this complex market, he would do well to consider pursuing this artist with a respected art dealer whose expertise includes fine prints.
CHAGALL CERAMICS AND TAPESTRIES
Like Picasso, Marc Chagall worked on ceramics. However, none of Chagall's pieces were made into editions and they are exceedingly rare. We are privileged to deal in these pieces. We have also worked closely with master weaver Yvette Cauquil-Prince, whose tapestries translating Chagall's images hang in numerous museums throughout the world.
Buying art long distance -- whether by mail, over the phone or through the Internet -- is problematic. The JANE KAHAN GALLERY does not quote prices except to established clients, nor can we provide informal estimates of pieces that you may own (though we do perform written Chagall Appraisals for a fee). Our function is to help our clients acquire the works of art that best suit their tastes and budgets. That is why we seek a direct relationship that will better help us to understand your needs.
Please give us a call. If you plan to come to New York, we'd be happy to set up an appointment so that we can get to know one another. Or just drop by when you're in the neighborhood. We look forward to hearing from you.
