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Provenance

M. & J. Bresnu (surnommé "Nounours") Vente : Christie's, New York, 19 novembre 1998, lot 461 Acquis lors de cette vente par le propriétaire actuel

Literature

S. Jesurum, "Picasso Satanasso", Sette: Corriere della Sera , Italie, no. 39, 26 septembre, 1996, reproduit p. 106 Condition Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down. The sheet is fixed to the mount at the four corners. The sheet probably come from a sketchbook because the left edge has been cut. other than a water stain to the lower left corner, this work is in very good condition. Please note that an later signature has been removed. "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 dated and numbered '8.11.71.VI' (upper right); stamped with the blind collector's stamp 'Bresnu' and numbered '215' (lower right), coloured crayons and coloured felt-tip pens on paper. Executed in 1971.

Catalog summary

Pablo Picasso COUPLE daté et numéroté 8.11.71.VI (en haut à droite); porte le cachet sec du collectionneur Bresnu et numéroté 215 (en bas à droite) crayons gras et feutres de couleurs sur papier 31,1 x 24,1 cm; 12 1/4 x 9 1/2 in. Provenance M. & J. Bresnu (surnommé "Nounours") Vente : Christie's, New York, 19 novembre 1998, lot 461 Acquis lors de cette vente par le propriétaire actuel Literature S. Jesurum, "Picasso Satanasso", Sette: Corriere della Sera , Italie, no. 39, 26 septembre, 1996, reproduit p. 106 Condition Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down. The sheet is fixed to the mount at the four corners. The sheet probably come from a sketchbook because the left edge has been cut. other than a water stain to the lower left corner, this work is in very good condition. Please note that an later signature has been removed. "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 dated and numbered '8.11.71.VI' (upper right); stamped with the blind collector's stamp 'Bresnu' and numbered '215' (lower right), coloured crayons and coloured felt-tip pens on paper. Executed in 1971.