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Pablo Picasso
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Pablo Picasso
- L'Aubade, avec femme dans un fauteuil (Femme dans un fauteuil et guitariste): two prints (B. 917; Ba. 1232)
- Linoleum cut in color on laid paper
- images approx.: 532 by 640 mm 20 7/8 by 25 1/8 in
- sheet (state I): 596 by 798 mm 23 1/2 by 31 3/8 in; sheet (state II): 618 by 749 mm 24 3/8 by 29 1/2 in
Two linoleum cuts printed in colors, 1959, Baer's I and II (of II), each stamped with artist's signature, state I a unique recorded proof in chocolate and caramel on heavy wove paper inscribed in pencil Premier Etat-[Unique] and dated '17.9.59' by the printer, state II inscribed in pencil épreuve d'essai [1/2], a trial proof aside from the numbered edition of 50, on Arches wove paper, printed by Arnéra, Vallauris (2 prints)
Condition
THE FIRST a working proof in generally good condition, the full sheet. The sheet is slightly discolored, the margins with a few faint scattered fox marks, traces of stray ink, and some surface soiling. A seven inch vertical crease along lower right sheet edge. Upper and lower left corners slightly soft with associated creasing. Handling creases throughout the sheet visible under raking light. Four stray spots of black ink in the image at lower right quadrant. The verso in good condition with a few minuscule fox marks and traces of stray ink.THE SECOND in good condition, the full sheet. Faint time-stain at upper sheet edge. The verso in generally good condition with an area of uneven discoloration. Scattered faint fox marks and two small circular stains at left and upper center.
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.