1970 John Lennon Bag One hand signed lithograph scarce "HC" edition
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£2,750.00
£2,750.00
John Lennon originally created a portfolio of drawings in 1969 which he entitled "Bag One". These drawings depicted John and Yoko's wedding and honeymoon and he presented them to her as a wedding gift. In 1970 he chose 14 drawings from the "Bag One" portfolio to be produced as stone lithographics in a limited edition (of 300) intended to be sold in galleries. He personally signed each lithograph and attended the premier opening in London. An additional run of 45 "Hors de Commerce" sets were made. The "HC" sets were not available for public sale, but rather for John to distribute among his family and friends. This particular lithograph is titled 'Erotic 1' and depicts Yoko Ono. It's one of the rarer "HC" prints, and is numbered "H.C. V/VL".
When the drawings were released as lithographs they were confiscated by police in several countries because the erotic contents of some of the drawings were considered to be obscene. Although the charges of obscenity never held up in court, many of the lithographs were destroyed by mishandling and John was so discouraged from showing his artwork in public for many years after!
The condition of the piece is generally excellent. The paper has naturally rippled slightly over the years. There is very minor surface paper loss to the top corners on the back of the print, but nothing that effects the front. The Lennon signature is still a solid, bold example. The print measures approximately 22.5" x 30".
When the drawings were released as lithographs they were confiscated by police in several countries because the erotic contents of some of the drawings were considered to be obscene. Although the charges of obscenity never held up in court, many of the lithographs were destroyed by mishandling and John was so discouraged from showing his artwork in public for many years after!
The condition of the piece is generally excellent. The paper has naturally rippled slightly over the years. There is very minor surface paper loss to the top corners on the back of the print, but nothing that effects the front. The Lennon signature is still a solid, bold example. The print measures approximately 22.5" x 30".
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