- 108
Picasso, Pablo, illus.
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- printed book
Aristophanes. Lysistrata. A New Version by Gilbert Seldes. New York: Limited Editions Club, 1934
4to (11 1/2 x 9 1/4 in.; 292 x 235 mm). 6 fine etched plates by Picasso, numerous lithographed vignettes printed in brown after Picasso in the text. Publisher's patterned boards after Picasso's designs; spine slightly dust-soiled. Chemise and slipcase; defective.
4to (11 1/2 x 9 1/4 in.; 292 x 235 mm). 6 fine etched plates by Picasso, numerous lithographed vignettes printed in brown after Picasso in the text. Publisher's patterned boards after Picasso's designs; spine slightly dust-soiled. Chemise and slipcase; defective.
Literature
The Artist and the Book 226; Cramer 24
Condition
4to (11 1/2 x 9 1/4 in.; 292 x 235 mm). 6 fine etched plates by Picasso, numerous lithographed vignettes printed in brown after Picasso in the text. Publisher's patterned boards after Picasso's designs; spine slightly dust-soiled. Chemise and slipcase; defective.
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
Copy 1348 of 1599 numbered copies, signed by Picasso. This work is "the only American publication with original Picasso etchings, which are among his most important in the classical style" (The Artist and the Book).