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PABLO PICASSO | Vénus et l'Amour, d'après Cranach (B. 1835; Ba. 876)
Estimate
35,000 - 50,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Pablo Picasso
- Vénus et l'Amour, d'après Cranach (B. 1835; Ba. 876)
- plate: 786 by 430mm 30 7/8 by 16 7/8 in
- sheet: 998 by 595mm 39 1/4 by 23 3/8 in
Aquatint, drypoint and engraving, 1949, the sixth (final) state, with the artist's stamped signature, numbered 24/50 in pencil (total edition includes 15 artist's proofs), printed by Crommelynck, published 1979 by Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris, on Rives wove paper, framed
Condition
With full margins (a deckle at each side), in good condition apart from light-staining, minor skinning along left sheet edge verso with a few fox marks and slight discoloration, the sheet slightly rippled, further occasional fox marks, framed.
"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."