Foujita Appraisal

Deux jeunes filles de profil by Tsuguharu Foujita (1925 Lithograph)

This item is a rare monochrome lithograph by the renowned Franco-Japanese artist Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita, dated 1925. The artwork depicts two young girls in profile, showcasing the artist's signature delicate line work and fusion of Japanese aesthetic sensibilities with Western modernism. The piece is numbered 8/15, indicating a very limited edition run, which significantly enhances its rarity and value for collectors of the School of Paris period. The composition is likely rendered on high-quality vellum or similar fine art paper typical of the Roaring Twenties era. Foujita's work from this period is celebrated for its 'grand fond blanc' (great white background) technique, achieved through a secret method involving crushed oyster shells and lead white. The monochromatic grey and charcoal tones visible in the provided image suggest a subtle play of light and shadow, characteristic of Foujita's mastery over lithographic ink. Condition-wise, while the image resolution is limited, an appraiser would look for evidence of foxing, toning (aging of the paper), or any marginal tears. Authenticating marks would include Foujita's distinct signature in both Latin and Japanese script, alongside the hand-written edition number. The craftsmanship reflects the peak of early 20th-century printmaking, displaying a refined, ethereal quality that is highly sought after in the international art market.