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PABLO PICASSO | Cavalier en armure
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- Pablo Picasso
- Cavalier en armure
- Dated 28.1.51. and stamped Madoura plein feu (on the reverse)
- Partially glazed terracotta
- Diameter: 8 1/4 in.
- 21 cm
- Executed on January 28, 1951; this work is unique.
Provenance
Estate of the artist
Marina Picasso, Paris (by descent from the above)
Galerie Jan Krugier, Ditesheim & Cie, Geneva
Private Collection (acquired from the above in 2001 and sold: Christie's, New York, May 15, 2015, lot 1204)
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner
Marina Picasso, Paris (by descent from the above)
Galerie Jan Krugier, Ditesheim & Cie, Geneva
Private Collection (acquired from the above in 2001 and sold: Christie's, New York, May 15, 2015, lot 1204)
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner
Condition
This work is in excellent condition. The ceramic is sound and the medium is well-preserved. There are two nicks to at two places along the top edge, likely inherent to the work.
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.
Catalogue Note
Claude Picasso has confirmed the authenticity of this work.