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Pablo Picasso
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description
- Pablo Picasso
- FEMME ASSISE
- inscribed Picasso, numbered 9/12 and with the foundry mark A. Rudier Fondeur Paris
- bronze
- height: 14cm., 5 1/2 in.
Provenance
Fredric March (acquired in New York circa 1950)
Thence by descent to the present owner
Thence by descent to the present owner
Literature
John Richardson, Picasso, an American tribute, New York, 1962, no.2, illustration of another cast n.p.
Roland Penrose, The Sculpture of Picasso, New York, 1967, illustration of another cast, p. 50
Werner Spies, Pablo Picasso, Das Plastiche Werk, Berlin, 1983, no. 1, illustrations of another cast p.15 & 326
Werner Spies, Picasso, The Sculptures, Paris, 2000, no. 1, illustration of another cast p. 19
Brassaï/Picasso conversations avec la lumière (exhibition catalogue), Musée Picasso, Paris, 2000, illustration of another example in a photograph taken by Brassaï p. 293
Roland Penrose, The Sculpture of Picasso, New York, 1967, illustration of another cast, p. 50
Werner Spies, Pablo Picasso, Das Plastiche Werk, Berlin, 1983, no. 1, illustrations of another cast p.15 & 326
Werner Spies, Picasso, The Sculptures, Paris, 2000, no. 1, illustration of another cast p. 19
Brassaï/Picasso conversations avec la lumière (exhibition catalogue), Musée Picasso, Paris, 2000, illustration of another example in a photograph taken by Brassaï p. 293
Condition
Attractive dark brown patina, with deep red highlights. Apart from some light surface scratches, minor patina wear, and dust to the crevices, consistent with age and handling, this work is in overall very good condition.
Colours: overall fairly accurate though less red in the original.
"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."