Details

Provenance

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

Exhibited

Geneva, Musée Barbier-Mueller, Picasso L'Africain , 1998, no. 55, illustrated in the catalogue Künzelsau, Museum Würth & Karlsruhe, Badisches Landesmuseum, Picasso, sein Dialog mit der Keramik—Werke aus der Sammlung Marina Picasso , 1999-2000, no. 70, illustrated in colour in the catalogue Condition The ceramic is sound. There is a layer of light surface dirt and some very minor scuffing to the underside and edges. 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 Claude Picasso has confirmed the authenticity of this work.

Catalog summary

Description Pablo Picasso Visage dated 5.8.63., stamped Madoura plein feu and Empreinte originale de Picasso on the reverse painted and glazed ceramic; round plate diameter: 26.7cm., 10 1/2 in. Executed on 5th August 1963, this work is unique. Provenance Estate of the artist Marina Picasso (the artist’s granddaughter; acquired from the above) Exhibited Geneva, Musée Barbier-Mueller, Picasso L'Africain , 1998, no. 55, illustrated in the catalogue Künzelsau, Museum Würth & Karlsruhe, Badisches Landesmuseum, Picasso, sein Dialog mit der Keramik—Werke aus der Sammlung Marina Picasso , 1999-2000, no. 70, illustrated in colour in the catalogue Condition The ceramic is sound. There is a layer of light surface dirt and some very minor scuffing to the underside and edges. 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 Claude Picasso has confirmed the authenticity of this work.