Details

Provenance

Estate of the artist Collection Bernard Picasso Private Collection (acquired from the above in the 1980s; sale: Sotheby's, London, 25th March 1992, lot 119) Purchased at the above sale

Exhibited

Leicester, New Walk Museum & Art Gallery, Picasso Ceramics, The Attenborough Collection , 16 June-30 September 2007, no. 1

Literature

Marilyn McCully and Michael Raeburn, Picasso Ceramics: The Attenborough Collection , Leicester, 2011, illustrated p. 41 Condition The ceramic is sound. There are three kiln stilt marks, inherent to the firing process, on the underside. There are a few small losses to the face where some sand has lifted, and a few further surface losses to the green pigment around the rim of the plate, the largest of which is at centre right. Overall 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."

Catalog summary

Pablo Picasso Visage dated 11.10.47. and stamped Madoura plein feu on the reverse painted and glazed ceramic with sand; plat long 32.2 by 37.8cm., 12 5/8 by 14 7/8 in. Provenance Estate of the artist Collection Bernard Picasso Private Collection (acquired from the above in the 1980s; sale: Sotheby's, London, 25th March 1992, lot 119) Purchased at the above sale Exhibited Leicester, New Walk Museum & Art Gallery, Picasso Ceramics, The Attenborough Collection , 16 June-30 September 2007, no. 1 Literature Marilyn McCully and Michael Raeburn, Picasso Ceramics: The Attenborough Collection , Leicester, 2011, illustrated p. 41 Condition The ceramic is sound. There are three kiln stilt marks, inherent to the firing process, on the underside. There are a few small losses to the face where some sand has lifted, and a few further surface losses to the green pigment around the rim of the plate, the largest of which is at centre right. Overall 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."