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PABLO PICASSO | Visage masque
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- Pablo Picasso
- Visage masque
- dated 9.10.47- and stamped Madoura plein feu on the reverse
- painted and glazed ceramic; plat long with crimped edges
- length: 37.5cm., 14 3/4 in.
- Executed on 9th October 1947, this work is 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)
Literature
Cahiers d’Art, Paris, 1948, n.n., illustrated p. 200
Condition
The ceramic is sound. There is fine hairline cracking to the glaze, inherent to the firing process. There is one nail head sized chip to the upper right edge of the plate. There is a minor accretion (approximately 1cm. in length) toward the lower right edge. There is some minor wear to the reverse, consistent with age and the firing process. This work is in good condition.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
Claude Picasso has confirmed the authenticity of this work.