Lot 23
  • 23

Pablo Picasso

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description

  • Pablo Picasso
  • Scène tauromachique
  • Stamped Madoura plein feu (on the reverse)
  • Painted and glazed ceramic; plat long with crimped edges
  • Length: 15 in.
  • 38.1 cm

Provenance

Estate of the artist
Marina Picasso (the artist’s granddaughter; acquired from the above)

Condition

The ceramic is sound. There are a couple of fine lines of crazing to the glaze and some minor imperfections from the firing process. There is a loss measuring approximately 1/4 in by 1/4 in. to the black background to the right of the horseman, visible in the catalogue illustration. There are marks from the kiln furniture to the underside of the plate. The work is in overall very good condition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.