Lot 5
  • 5

Pablo Picasso

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • Pablo Picasso
  • Tête de chèvre de profil (A. R. 105)
  • ceramic
  • diameter: 265mm 10 1/2 in
Terre de faïence plate, 1950, from the edition of 50, glazed and painted, with the Madoura and Empreinte Originale de Picasso stamps

Literature

Marilyn McCully and Michael Raeburn, Picasso Ceramics: The Attenborough Collection, Leicester, 2011, illustrated in colour p. 59

Condition

The ceramic is in good condition, except the glaze has yellowed slightly in the center of the subject, two tiny losses in the glaze at the subject's eye, the raised areas of the subject rubbed slightly, inconspicuous remains of adhesive and surface soiling on the underside, two old stickers on the underside.
"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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