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Pablo Picasso
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Pablo Picasso
- Ovid, Les Métamorphoses (B. 99-128, C. Books 19)
- binding 327 by 264 mm 12 7/8 by 10 3/8 in
The complete bound edition, comprising thirty etchings, 1931, signed in pencil by the artist and numbered 124 on the justification page(from the total edition of 145) (30 etchings)
Condition
In good condition. With the 'Arches a la main' watermark. One edge of the paper covered portfolio cracked.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
One of 95 copies on Arches laid paper, published by Albert Skira, Lausanne, etchings printed by Louis Fort, Paris, text by Ovid, printed by Léon Pichon, Paris, sheet edges either gilt or with deckel edge, binding by Alix (signed at the bottom of the inside cover) in navy blue leather with gilding, red and blue leather endleaves, marbled paper and blue leather portfolio