*THEOPHILE ALEXANDRE STEINLEN (1859-1923 )Breton village, Plestin. 1902. Soft varnish. 175 x 115 [267 x 160]. Crauzat 62. Beautiful trial proof printed in gilt bronze on thin white vellum, of the 1st state (of 3), before further drypoint work, signed in pencil in the lower left corner of the subject. Long oblique tear of 70 mm at the top, penetrating into the subject, skilfully restored. Small tears and other small restorations at the head. Good margins on three sides. Very rare. Crauzat lists only one proof of this state (and none in this color). Final edition of 20 color proofs. All lots in this sale are subject to an additional 5.5% temporary import tax. In the event of re-exportation outside the European Union, these charges may be refunded to the buyer.