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Pablo Picasso
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Pablo Picasso
- Le Peintre et son Modele (B. 765)
- Sheet: 580 by 765mm; 22 7/8 by 30 1/8 in
Lithograph printed in colours, 1954, signed in pencil and dedicated Pour Paule y Jacques de Lazerme, a proof aside from the numbered edition of 50, on Arches wove paper, with wide margins, in good condition apart from pale scattered foxing (stronger on the verso), the sheet edges verso with remains of adhesive, pale light-staining
Condition
The print is in good condition as catalogued. Pale scattered foxing is visible on the recto, with the darkest marks appearing in the margins. Foxing on the verso is heavier and strongest at left and right. The sheet is adhered to the front mat with masking tape at all sheet edges verso. Exposure to light has darkened the paper tone throughout, with some mottled discoloration along the lower margin where the sheet is slightly lighter.
"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."