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Lot 38
  • 38

Pablo Picasso

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Pablo Picasso
  • tete peinte (A. R. 212)
  • Stamped Edition Picasso, Madoura Plein Feu, inscribed Edition Picasso, Madoura and numbered 55/100 Painted and partially glazed pitcher
  • ceramic
  • Height: 235mm; 9 1/4 in
Terre de faïence pitcher, 1953, numbered 55/100, inscribed Edition Picasso and Madoura, partially glazed and painted blue, red, white, brown, and black, with the Edition Picasso and Madoura stamps

Condition

A vertical hairline crack extending from the spout to the right eyebrow (measuring 13cm), two further vertical hairline cracks at the edge by the handle (the largest one measuring 10cm), two hairline breaks in the lower portion of the handle, skillfully repaired, two small round superficial losses to the right of the face in the black areas, several old chips at the base, with two stickers.
"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."