Lot 215
  • 215

Pablo Picasso

Estimate
25,000 - 45,000 USD
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Description

  • Pablo Picasso
  • Après la Pique (B. 910; Ba. 1230)
  • linocut printed incolors
  • plate: 530 by 638 mm 20 7/8 by 25 1/8 in
  • sheet: 623 by 751 mm 24 1/2 by 29 1/2 in
Linoleum cut printed in colors, 1959, signed in pencil, a proof aside from the numbered edition of 50, on Arches wove paper, printed by Arnéra, Vallauris, published by Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris, framed

Condition

The print is in good condition, with wide margins. The sheet with time-stain, darkest at the previous mat opening. Two small spots of discoloration at left corners of the sheet; one spot of discoloration to the left of the signature. Three small, soft inconspicuous handling creases at the top right margin. Corners slightly soft. The verso in good condition, a few traces of stray ink and surface soiling.
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.
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