Lot 100
  • 100

Pablo Picasso

Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description

  • Pablo Picasso
  • Faunes et chèvre (B. 934; Ba. 1263; PP. L-83)
  • linocut
  • image: 530 by 638mm 20 7/8 by 25 1/8 in
  • sheet: 620 by 749mm 24 3/8 by 29 1/2 in
Linoleum cut printed in colours, 1959, signed in pencil, numbered 34/50, on Arches wove paper, published by Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris, framed

Condition

With full margins, generally in good condition apart from a 20cm vertical scratch in image at lower left, further minor scratches in the lower sheet elsewhere, an area of abrasion at centre of left margin, pale discoloration verso showing through very faintly in places in the margins recto, minor adhesive staining at centre of each sheet edge verso, framed. (A printing imperfection in the blue background at upper right is not a condition defect.)
"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.
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