Details

Provenance

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

Exhibited

S-Hertogenbosch, Museum Het Kruithuis, Picasso Keramiek , 1985, n.n., illustrated in the catalogue Barcelona, Museu Picasso, Picassso de la caricatura a las metamorfosis de estilo , 2003, no. 287, illustrated in the catalogue Condition The ceramic is sound. There is some very minor wear to the reverse and the edges. There are a few dark specks in the background, possibly original. This work is in overall very 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." Catalogue Note comp:444L16005_8TLLF_1 caption: illustration of the reverse

Catalog summary

Pablo Picasso Visage dated 26.5.65. on the reverse painted and glazed ceramic; round plate diameter: 25.4cm., 10in. Provenance Estate of the artist Marina Picasso (the artist’s granddaughter; acquired from the above) Exhibited S-Hertogenbosch, Museum Het Kruithuis, Picasso Keramiek , 1985, n.n., illustrated in the catalogue Barcelona, Museu Picasso, Picassso de la caricatura a las metamorfosis de estilo , 2003, no. 287, illustrated in the catalogue Condition The ceramic is sound. There is some very minor wear to the reverse and the edges. There are a few dark specks in the background, possibly original. This work is in overall very 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." Catalogue Note comp:444L16005_8TLLF_1 caption: illustration of the reverse