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Lot 223
  • 223

Pablo Picasso

Estimate
70,000 - 100,000 USD
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Description

  • Pablo Picasso
  • Bacchanale au Taureau Noir (B. 935; Ba. 1253)
  • sheet 620 by 749 mm 24 3/8 by 29 1/2 in
Linoleum cut printed in colors, 1959, signed in pencil and numbered 17/50, on Arches wove paper, published by Galerie Louise Leiris, with full margins, in good condition apart from pale traces of discoloration in the margins, framed

Condition

In good condition as catalogued; the colors are fresh and bright. Traces of discoloration in the margins consist of very pale mat stain, minor surface soiling. The upper sheet edge verso has remains of adhesive from previous hinges. There are printing imperfections in the sky at upper right which are consist with other impressions of this print (see Sotheby's N08237, Lot 296, November 2006).
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.