Details

Provenance

Estate of the artist Marina Picasso (the artist’s granddaughter; acquired from the above)

Exhibited

S-Hertogenbosch, Museum Het Kruithuis, Picasso Keramiek , 1991, n.n., illustrated in the catalogue

Literature

Cahiers d'Art , Paris, 1948, illustrated p. 194 Condition The ceramic is sound. There is a chip (of approximately 3cm.) to the right edge of the plate which is original to the support and glazed. There is some minor stable hairline craquelure in the clear top glaze visible along the cream border. Some minor scuffing to the underside and along the edges consistent with age and handling. There is a small spot of loss in the light blue slip on the lower right edge. This work is in good overall 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."

Catalog summary

Pablo Picasso Tête de faune dated 11.10.47. and stamped Madoura plein feu on the reverse painted and glazed ceramic; plat long diameter: 38cm., 15in. Provenance Estate of the artist Marina Picasso (the artist’s granddaughter; acquired from the above) Exhibited S-Hertogenbosch, Museum Het Kruithuis, Picasso Keramiek , 1991, n.n., illustrated in the catalogue Literature Cahiers d'Art , Paris, 1948, illustrated p. 194 Condition The ceramic is sound. There is a chip (of approximately 3cm.) to the right edge of the plate which is original to the support and glazed. There is some minor stable hairline craquelure in the clear top glaze visible along the cream border. Some minor scuffing to the underside and along the edges consistent with age and handling. There is a small spot of loss in the light blue slip on the lower right edge. This work is in good overall 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."