- 133
Pablo Picasso
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Pablo Picasso
- Vase de Fleurs (see B. 841; M. 305)
- Lithograph printed in colors
- sheet 680 by 545 mm 26 3/4 by 21 1/2 in
Lithograph printed in colors, 1958, signed in blue crayon and dated '6 15.1.58.', inscribed in pencil 'epreuve d'état', a unique working proof and one of six examples before the numbered edition of 50 published in 1961, on wove paper
Condition
With full margins, in good condition. Pale mat stain, inconspicuous stray ink in the bottom left and three small, inconspicuous tears in the right sheet edge. The verso, with minor surface soiling down the left side of the sheet.
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
Mourlot was quoted as saying that Picasso 'wanted the trial proofs begun again 3 times, and for a very long period, did not give the pass for press.’
The present image was originally drawn on December 7, 1957, as indicated by the date printed in yellow at the upper, left corner. This subsequent proof is dated January 15, 1958. Visible here and then removed from the editioned impressions are the thumbtacks drawn in the corners, and the roman numerals noting each ‘state’ of the lithograph. These differences illustrate the development of the print and the time lapse between beginning and finalizing the composition speak to the artist's dedication to the printmaking medium.