Louis Icart Print Appraisal

Le Spectre de la Rose signed print by Louis Icart

This item is a color print of 'Le Spectre de la Rose' by the renowned Art Deco artist Louis Icart, likely dating back to the late 1920s or 1930s. The artwork depicts a ballerina in a voluminous white and light-pink tutu reclining on a light-blue fainting couch, while the spirit of the rose, characterized by a male dancer in a floral-patterned costume and dark cap, gazes down at her. The background features a tall, mullioned window and ethereal, flowing drapery in cool blue and grey tones. The piece is signed in the lower right corner, though the signature appears somewhat faded and corresponds to Icart's typical loopy cursive. The print is finished with a hand-colored or tinted effect typical of Icart's style, blending soft pastels with delicate line work. The overall composition is approximately rectangular and is presented within a multi-layered mat board with a thin gold-toned inner border. Regarding condition, there are visible foxing spots, particularly in the lower left corner near the edge of the dress, and subtle yellowing of the paper consistent with age and probable light exposure. The framing appears period-appropriate but shows minor scuffing. The craftsmanship is high, reflecting the romantic and fashionable 'Parisienne' aesthetic that Icart popularized during the interwar period.