Vincent van Gogh's 1889 'Self-Portrait' Pastel
A vibrant pastel drawing on paper from 1889 by van Gogh, fully hand-executed during his asylum period in Saint-Rémy. Fits HTS 9701.21.00.00 as an antique pastel exceeding 100 years, excluding mass-produced items.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for other antique decorative art over 100 years not paintings
Catch-all for antiques, but chapter notes prioritize specific headings like 9701.
If photomechanical reproduction
Heading 9703 excludes mass-produced items; prints go to Chapter 49.
If part of a historical collection with archaeological context
Statistical notes require separate reporting for mixed collections.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use conservation-grade packaging; declare media (pastel) to assess fragility duties
• Provide chain-of-custody records; avoid pitfall of classifying with frame if frame value exceeds normal
• Consult CBP for pre-import rulings on authenticity to prevent duty disputes
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Pablo Picasso's 1906 'Portrait of Gertrude Stein' Drawing
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Mary Cassatt's 1880 Pastel Portrait Drawing
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