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Pablo Picasso
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Pablo Picasso
- Taureau
- signed Picasso, inscribed Arles dated le 23.9.56. (towards lower right) and dedicated pour Jean Marie Magnan (upper centre)
- pen and ink on paper
- 32.2 by 24.6cm., 12 5/8 by 9 3/4 in.
Provenance
Jean Marie Magnan (a gift from the artist)
Sale: Swann Auction Galleries, New York, 18th September 2008, lot 40
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner
Sale: Swann Auction Galleries, New York, 18th September 2008, lot 40
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner
Condition
Executed on the title page of the book 'Picasso' by Jean Cassou. The following page remains attached as they are a single folded sheet. The image is executed on cream wove paper which is a little time-stained and mount-stained. The ink has faded. There is a minor nick to the sheet at the extreme right edge, as well as a minor spot of staining to the upper left corner. Overall this work is in good condition.
"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."