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Pablo Picasso
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Pablo Picasso
- David et Bethsabee (B. 442)
- Image: 642 by 478mm; 25¼ by 18¾in
- Sheet: 560 by 760mm; 22 1/8 by 29 7/8 in
A very rare impression of the lithograph printed from the stone, after the transfer from the zinc plate in the 6th state, 1949, printed by Mourlot, Paris, on Arches wove paper, with full margins, in good condition apart from very pale foxing in the margins, slight cockling to the upper margin, slight surface soiling verso
Condition
In generally good condition, please note the minor defects as described in the catalogue. The remains of hinging tape at four corners verso.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Mourlot records five trial proof impressions reserved for the artist. No edition was printed from the stone.