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Pablo Picasso
Estimate
1,800 - 2,200 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Pablo Picasso
- Balzac (B. 724; M. 226)
- Lithograph on Arches wove paper
- image: 700 by 530 mm 27 5/8 by 20 7/8 in
- sheet: 759 by 566 mm 29 7/8 by 22 1/4 in
Lithograph, 1952, stamped with the artist's signature and inscribed in pencil épreuve d'essai, a proof aside from 30 recorded proofs, on Arches wove paper
Condition
The print is in generally good condition, the full sheet. The sheet is slightly discolored with foxing along vertical edges. A few additional fox marks scattered throughout the image. A small diagonal crease at upper right corner. The verso in good condition with two spots of surface soiling at left center edge and a few scattered fox marks.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.