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Pablo Picasso
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Pablo Picasso
- Tête d'animal à cornes
- modelled, impressed and incised fired clay; head of a bull
- 15.2 by 9.8cm., 6 by 3 7/8 in.
Provenance
Estate of the artist
Marina Picasso (the artist’s granddaughter; acquired from the above)
Marina Picasso (the artist’s granddaughter; acquired from the above)
Literature
Werner Spies, Picasso, Das Plastische Werk, Berlin & Düsseldorf, 1983-84, no. 518-I, illustration of the bronze version p. 350
Werner Spies, Picasso Sculpteur, catalogue raisonné des sculptures établi en collaboration avec Christine Piot, Ostfildern & Stuttgart, 2000, no. 518-I, illustration of the bronze version p. 371
Werner Spies, Picasso Sculpteur, catalogue raisonné des sculptures établi en collaboration avec Christine Piot, Ostfildern & Stuttgart, 2000, no. 518-I, illustration of the bronze version p. 371
Condition
The fired clay is sound. There are a few creases and cracks which are original to the artistic process. Some faint handling marks throughout and a small purple studio stain to the proper left horn and another on the underside. There is a light build-up of dust and studio dirt in the deepest crevices, notably underneath the proper right eye. This work is in overall very good condition.
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"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."