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 colour in the catalogue Condition The ceramic is sound. There is fine hairline cracking to the glaze, particularly to the centre and inherent to the firing process. There are a few minor accretions to the upper left corner and to the top half of the right edge. There are remnants of an adhesive on the reverse. This work is in overall 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 Tête de faune dated 7. juillet. 56. and numbered III (upper left) painted and glazed ceramic; square tile 15.2 by 15.2cm., 6 by 6in. Executed on 7th July 1956, this work is unique. 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 colour in the catalogue Condition The ceramic is sound. There is fine hairline cracking to the glaze, particularly to the centre and inherent to the firing process. There are a few minor accretions to the upper left corner and to the top half of the right edge. There are remnants of an adhesive on the reverse. This work is in overall 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.