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Provenance

Estate of the artist Marina Picasso (the artist’s granddaughter; acquired from the above) Condition Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down. The sheet is affixed to the mount on the reverse of the four corners and is floating in its mount. The edges are deckled with some minor handling marks and creases, notably in the corners. The sheet is lightly time-stained, notably along the right edge, with a few scattered faint specks of foxing. This work is in very 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 Couple gouache and watercolour on paper 20.4 by 28.1cm., 8 by 11in. Provenance Estate of the artist Marina Picasso (the artist’s granddaughter; acquired from the above) Condition Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down. The sheet is affixed to the mount on the reverse of the four corners and is floating in its mount. The edges are deckled with some minor handling marks and creases, notably in the corners. The sheet is lightly time-stained, notably along the right edge, with a few scattered faint specks of foxing. This work is in very 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."