L12161

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Lot 78
  • 78

Joan Miró

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description

  • Joan Miró
  • Le Fantome de l'atelier (Dupin 1225)
  • lithograph
  • Sheet: 902 by 630mm; 35 by 24 3/4 in
Etching with aquatint printed in colours on lithographic background, 1981, signed in pencil, dated 12-VI-81, inscribed Bat pour Barbará, this is the unique bon à tirer impression (aside from the edition of 65 printed in 1987 with the stamp-signature), this impression cited in Dupin, printed by Joan Barbará, Barcelona, on Arches wove paper

Condition

The full sheet printed to the edges (with a deckle at upper and lower edge), in good condition apart from pale uneven light-staining, pale discoloration along edges of sheet, glued to backboard at intervals verso, slight cockling along edges of sheet, framed.
"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

The authenticity of this work is confirmed by the certificate verso, signed by Rosa Maria Malet at the Fondacion Miró