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Provenance

Private Collection, Switzerland

Literature

Douglas Cooper, Picasso, 19 plats en argent par Fran çois et Pierre Hugo , Paris, 1977, another plate illustrated Georges Bloch, Pablo Picasso, Catalogue de l'oeuvre gravé céramique 1949-1971 , vol. III, Bern, 1972, no. 108, illustration of the ceramic version p. 94 Alain Ramié, Picasso, Catalogue of the Edited Ceramic Works, 1947-1971 , Madoura, 1988, no. 338, illustration of the ceramic version p. 173 Condition Work has been lightly polished but few spots of surface tarnish remain, mostly on the reverse. Additionally, some polish residue remains in crevices on the reverse. Otherwise fine; work is in excellent 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. 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

Pablo Picasso Centaure Inscribed Picasso, numbered 10/20 , and stamped with the silversmith's mark Silver Diameter: 16 1/2 in. 42 cm Provenance Private Collection, Switzerland Literature Douglas Cooper, Picasso, 19 plats en argent par Fran çois et Pierre Hugo , Paris, 1977, another plate illustrated Georges Bloch, Pablo Picasso, Catalogue de l'oeuvre gravé céramique 1949-1971 , vol. III, Bern, 1972, no. 108, illustration of the ceramic version p. 94 Alain Ramié, Picasso, Catalogue of the Edited Ceramic Works, 1947-1971 , Madoura, 1988, no. 338, illustration of the ceramic version p. 173 Condition Work has been lightly polished but few spots of surface tarnish remain, mostly on the reverse. Additionally, some polish residue remains in crevices on the reverse. Otherwise fine; work is in excellent 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. 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.