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Pablo Picasso
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Pablo Picasso
- Prosper Merimee - Louis Aragon. Le carmen des Carmen (B. 1000-1005; C. BKS 126)
- Lithograph, drypoint, aquatints,
- 284 by 382 by 58mm 11 1/4 by 15 by 22 7/8 in
The complete book, 1964, comprising one lithograph printed in colours, one drypoint, and three aquatints, this copy signed in red crayon by the artist and in blue ink by the author Louis Aragon, numbered 200/245 (total edition includes 30 copies on Japon Nacré), on Arches wove paper, with title page, text, reproductions, and justification, loose (as issued) in original paper wrappers, contained in original jute covered portfolio with title on spine, published by Editeurs Francais Reunis, Paris
Condition
In good condition apart from some minor paper discoloration, individual imperfections:
B.1000 with three small fox marks
B.1002 with a stray fox mark
(B.1003 with a pale ink smudge on her cheek possibly associated with printing)
Page 67 some water-staining along right edge of sheet, pages 111/112 with paper discoloration, page 163 with minor paper discoloration
The jute box discolored on front and back
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."