- 644
Pablo Picasso
Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 GBP
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Description
- Pablo Picasso
- Masque
- dated Mai 1956 and inscribed Cannes on the reverse
- cut out, imprinted and glazed ceramic; mask
- 15.5 by 19.5cm., 6 1/8 by 7 5/8 in.
Pièce unique
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)
Exhibited
Mexico City, Museo del Palacio de Bellas Artes, Picasso revelado por David Douglas Duncan, 2014, no. 69, illustrated in the catalogue
Literature
Werner Spies, Picasso, Das Plastische Werk, Berlin & Düsseldorf, 1983-84, no. 586, illustrated p. 357
Werner Spies, Picasso Sculpteur, catalogue raisonné des sculptures établi en collaboration avec Christine Piot, Ostfildern & Stuttgart, 2000, no. 586, illustrated p. 378
Werner Spies, Picasso Sculpteur, catalogue raisonné des sculptures établi en collaboration avec Christine Piot, Ostfildern & Stuttgart, 2000, no. 586, illustrated p. 378
Condition
The ceramic is sound. There is some very minor wear to the edges in places consistent with age and handling. A light build-up of dust and studio dirt in the deepest crevices. This work is in very good overall 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."