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Pablo Picasso
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Pablo Picasso
- Sueño y mentira de Franco (B. 297 and 298; Ba. 615 and 616)
- etching and aquatint on Montval laid paper
- plates approx.: 318 by 422 mm 12 1/2 by 16 5/8 in
- sheets approx.: 387 by 567 mm 15 1/4 by 22 1/4 in
The suite, comprising two etchings and aquatints, 1937, each with the stamped signature (slightly faded) and numbered in pencil 643/850 (there was also a pencil signed edition of 150 on Chine collé on japon ancien), on Montval laid paper, published by the artist, lacking the original text and wove-covered wrappers (2 prints)
Condition
The prints are in good condition, with wide margins. The sheets are slightly toned, with a band of darker discoloration along the left and right extreme sheet edges. Each sheet with a few fox marks, mostly inconspicuous.
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.
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.