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Pablo Picasso
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Pablo Picasso
- Carnaval (Arlechinni di Picasso)
- Signed Picasso, dated 17/1/64 and inscribed Pour Germaine Duhamel (on the left page)
- Crayon and red pen on front, back and title page of the book Arlecchini di Picasso.
- Each: 4 3/4 by 3 1/2 in.
- 12 by 9 cm
Provenance
Germaine Duhamel
Sebastien Thevenin (acquired from the above, his aunt, in 1981)
Private Collection (acquired from the above)
Sebastien Thevenin (acquired from the above, his aunt, in 1981)
Private Collection (acquired from the above)
Condition
Very good condition. The right sheet (the back page of the book) shows some slight traces of foxing and has separated from the binding, otherwise fine. Colors are bright and fresh.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
This work is dedicated to the wife of Marcel Duhamel, creator and director of La Série Noire at Éditions Gallimard.