Leonor Fini, Monsieur Venus by Rachilde. 1972.
Updated August 6, 2026
This auction ended on August 13, 2026.
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| Lot number | 0074 |
| Estimate | $2,000 - $3,000 |
| Opening bid | $1,500 |
| Auction | LGBTQ+ Art, Material Culture & History |
| Date | August 13, 2026 at 10:30 AM EDT |
| Auction house | Swann Auction Galleries |
| Location | New York, New York |
Leonor Fini (1907-1996) Monsieur Venus by Rachilde. 1972. Portfolio with complete text and 35 etchings on Rives BFK. Edition of 275. Signed in pencil and numbered 261 on the justification page.

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