Jean COCTEAU (1889-1963) 
L.A.S. with drawing, August 26, 1959; 1page in-8 (21 x 13.5 cm).
Large mid-body profile of a woman, in black ballpoint pen.
On the side, Cocteau writes: "Cher Lucien, merci, tu seras en charge par Worms. Don't worry. The main thing about Gypsies is not the useless dance but the funeral song"...
CCC p. 70, and reproduced in Documents.

Lots 24 to 68 are sold by provisional auction with the option of reunion.
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Lot no. 53

Jean COCTEAU (1889-1963) L.A.S. with drawing, August 26, 1959; 1page in-8 (21 x 13.5 cm). Large mid-body profile of a woman, in black ballpoint pen. On the side, Cocteau writes: "Cher Lucien, merci, tu seras en charge par Worms. Don't worry. The main thing about Gypsies is not the useless dance but the funeral song"... CCC p. 70, and reproduced in Documents. Lots 24 to 68 are sold by provisional auction with the option of reunion.

Estimate
€1,000 - €1,500
Result
Not communicated
Buyer's premium
30%
Jean COCTEAU (1889-1963) L.A.S. with drawing, August 26, 1959; 1page in-8 (21 x 13.5 cm). Large mid-body profile of a woman, in black ballpoint pen. On the side, Cocteau writes: "Cher Lucien, merci, tu seras en charge par Worms. Don't worry. The main thing about Gypsies is not the useless dance but the funeral song"... CCC p. 70, and reproduced in Documents. Lots 24 to 68 are sold by provisional auction with the option of reunion.
Sale Thursday 10 April 2025・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 9 - Hôtel Drouot 9, rue Drouot 75009 Paris