Lot 156
  • 156

Pablo Picasso

Estimate
150,000 - 250,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Pablo Picasso
  • Joie de vivre
  • Signed Picasso (lower right)
  • Gouache and ink wash on paper
  • 20 by 26 in.
  • 50.8 by 66 cm

Provenance

Hirschl & Adler Galleries, New York
Irving Galleries, Palm Beach
Acquired from the above by the present owner circa 1978-79

Condition

Work is in very good condition. Executed on buff colored wove paper. Edges of sheet are deckled and reinforced with tape on the verso. Sheet is slightly time darkened overall. Verso shows signs of previous acidic mount. Veritcal areas of minor foxing at far right of sheet. Scattered inherent fibers are visible throughout, otherwise fine.
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.
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