Lot 123
  • 123

PABLO PICASSO | Françoise sur fond gris (B. 681; M., PP. 195)

Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 GBP
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Description

  • Pablo Picasso
  • Françoise sur fond gris (B. 681; M., PP. 195)
  • image: 627 by 472mm 24 3/4 by 18 3/8 in
  • sheet: 764 by 568mm 30 by 22 3/8 in
Lithograph, 1950, signed in pencil, numbered 12/50, on Ingres Canson appliqué supported on Arches wove paper (as issued), framed

Condition

With full margins (a deckle on three sides), in good condition apart from light- and backboard-staining, minor mount-staining, a small puncture in the upper right margin, some scattered foxing in margins, brown paper tape at upper corners recto with associated slight skinning, further paper tape along three edges verso just catching left edge of deckle recto, framed. (The chine faded to the usual greyish colour).
"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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