Sale 213 Lot 173

JEAN MESSAGIER (French, 1920 - 1999). Hommage a Cassius Clay, circa 1971, Limited edition etching numbered 10 of an edition of 20. Pencil numbered, titled and signed at base. Messagier's "homage" is not a portrait of Muhammad Ali, but likely an abstract work intended to evoke the energy, speed, grace, and impact of the legendary figure. Unframed. Not mounted or laid down. - Plate: 11.75 x 19.5 inches; Sheet: 19.75 x 26 inches
$480-640