Details

Provenance

Bernard Ruiz Picasso Collection

Exhibited

Paris, Grand Palais, Hommage à Pablo Picasso , 1966-1967, no. 469, illustrated in the catalogue

Literature

Marilyn McCully, Céramiques de Picasso, Paris, 1999, vol. I, illustrated in colour p. 120; vol. II, illustrated p. 55 Condition Close inspection reveals some hairline cracks, inherent to the firing process, and a few tiny chips to the protruding areas (eyes and nose). Otherwise this work is in very good overall condition. <br><br>Colours: fairly accurate in the printed catalogue, though brighter and more green in the original. "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."

Catalog summary

Pablo Picasso Visage dated 20.10.60 twice and stamped Madoura plein feu, empreinte originale de Picasso on the reverse painted and glazed ceramic plate diameter: 42.6cm., 16 3/4 in. Provenance Bernard Ruiz Picasso Collection Exhibited Paris, Grand Palais, Hommage à Pablo Picasso , 1966-1967, no. 469, illustrated in the catalogue Literature Marilyn McCully, Céramiques de Picasso, Paris, 1999, vol. I, illustrated in colour p. 120; vol. II, illustrated p. 55 Condition Close inspection reveals some hairline cracks, inherent to the firing process, and a few tiny chips to the protruding areas (eyes and nose). Otherwise this work is in very good overall condition. <br><br>Colours: fairly accurate in the printed catalogue, though brighter and more green in the original. "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."