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MUCHA, Alphonse (1860 – 1939). Theatre de la Renaissance / Sarah Bernhardt / La Samaritaine. 1897. Paris: F. Champenois. Color lithograph two-sheet poster promoting the biblical-themed play by Edmond Rostand, who dedicated the work to Bernhardt. The play follows Photina, a Samarian girl who meets Christ and becomes a follower. In the mosaic behind Bernhard is the word “Yahweh” in Hebrew. 68 1/8 x 22 ¾”. Gilt frame (Plexiglas). Inpainted loss at upper right (2 x 1 ¾” area); long closed tear from top center; scattered closed tears; pinholes with oxidation marks in margins; ink-stamp in lower sheet.