Pablo Picasso

Etching, 1905, from Les Saltimbanques, from the total edition of 250, on Van Gelder Zonen wove paper, with full margins, generally in good condition apart from mottled discoloration in the margins, remains of adhesive staining at the upper sheet edge verso showing through to the recto, framed

The print is generally in good condition. It has been conserved to reverse a probable prior adhesion to a front mat and the area just outside the plate is unevenly discolored due to the use of glue. This has also faded and smudged the blue collector's stamp (not in Lugt) at lower left. The remaining margins are darkened by mat stain and a few fox marks. The upper sheet edge verso has two 2 inch horizontal areas which are stained a dark brown due to prior hinges; this staining is visible on the recto.
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.

Ex coll. unidentified collector's mark (not in Lugt)