Lot 169
  • 169

Pablo Picasso

Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
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Description

  • Pablo Picasso
  • FEMME DEBOUT
  • numbered 6/10
  • bronze
  • height: 21cm., 8 1/4 in.

Provenance

Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris
Sale: Christie's, New York, 22nd February 2005, lot 25
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner

Literature

Werner Spies, Picasso, The Sculptures, Stuttgart, 2000, no. 308, illustration of another cast p. 366; colour illustration of another cast p. 248

Condition

This work is in very good condition, with a dark brown patina. There is some rubbing to the patina mainly noticable on the reverse, on her trunk and the back of her left arm. There is some very minor surface dirt, a few nicks and scratches, but 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. 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."