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Lot 220 · Indian & Islamic Works of Art and Textiles

Les papiers qui volent, 1980

Bernard Faucon

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Estimate
€700–€900 hammer ≈ $939–$1,208
Result
Performance
Sale
Christie's — Indian & Islamic Works of Art and Textiles, London (South Kensington) · 30 May 2007
Dimensions
36.5 x 32 cm. (14 3/8 x 12½ in.)
Record ID
TB-2026-5555193
Record
first seen 28 Jul 2026 · updated 28 Jul 2026 · source ↗
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Bernard Faucon, Les papiers qui volent, 1980. Christie's, 30 May 2007, lot 220. result recorded. TheBasis.Art, TB-2026-5555193.

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