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Provenance

Weintraub Gallery, New York (1970) Sale: Sotheby Parke-Bernet, February 26, 1981, lot 67 Acquired at the above sale by the present owner Condition Work is in fair condition. Left wing has been extensively repaired and the adhesive has started to discolor and flake in places. There are a few small chips at the tips of both wings and tiny losses at the top of the horn and on the edges of the hooves. 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. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalog summary

After Pablo Picasso CENTAUR Inscribed P. Picasso, dated 1964 (c) and inscribed with the foundry mark FA. Colored glass Length: 9 in. 23 cm Provenance Weintraub Gallery, New York (1970) Sale: Sotheby Parke-Bernet, February 26, 1981, lot 67 Acquired at the above sale by the present owner Condition Work is in fair condition. Left wing has been extensively repaired and the adhesive has started to discolor and flake in places. There are a few small chips at the tips of both wings and tiny losses at the top of the horn and on the edges of the hooves. 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. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.