Manao Tupapau (Watched by the Spirits of the Dead), from: NOA NOA

PAUL GAUGUIN (1848-1903) Manao Tupapau (Watched by the Spirits of the Dead), from: NOA NOA woodcut printed in black, reddish brown and yellow, 1893-94, on simili-Japan paper, a fine impression of the fourth, state, a rare trial proof, probably printed by the artist and Louis Roy, Paris, circa 1894, before the edition of approximately 25-30 impressions, with small margins, pale time-staining, occasional soft handling creases, otherwise in good condition Block 204 x 355 mm., Sheet 249 x 398 mm.