"C'est le diable..."

Signed drawing by the highly influential French writer and philosopher known as a key figure in existentialism, dedicated to Michelle Vian, one of his long-term mistresses.  Sartre has drawn the amusing caricature sketch in ink on a paper napkin, dedicated it to Michelle [Vian], signed, and dated July 25, 1952. Beside the drawing he has written: " 'C'est le diable,' dit la jeune personne qui se promenait nerveusement dans son cosy corner." (" 'It's the devil,' said the young person who walked nervously in his cozy corner.")  Slight toning and rough edges; otherwise in very good condition.  18 x 30 cm. Matted and framed under UV-Plexi.

Michelle Vian, the wife of French writer and polymath Boris Vian, met Sartre in 1946 and was divorced from her husband in 1951.  Her relationship with Sartre was rocky: she had three abortions and once attempted suicide.  Nevertheless, she remained close to him until his death in 1980, and was the recipient of many of his manuscripts. (11891)

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