signed in ink and blindstamped in the margin, 1954, printed later (Cartier-Bresson: Photographer, pl. 141)

This print, on double-weight paper, is in generally excellent condition. As is typical of later prints of this image, scattered tiny deposits of original retouching are visible in raking light. A small, soft impression in the upper portion of the image and a soft crease in the lower right corner of the image are also visible upon examination in high raking light.
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