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Lot 101
  • 101

Jean Cocteau

Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description

  • Jean Cocteau
  • phebus - apollon
  • Signed and dated 1958; inscribed Edition Originale de Jean Cocteau, Atelier Madeline-Jolly and numbered 12/30 Painted and partially glazed plate
  • ceramic
  • Diameter: 313mm; 12 3/8 in
Terre de faïence plate, 1958, signed in blue ink, dated, numbered 12/30, inscribed Edition originale de Jean Cocteau Atelier Madeline-Jolly, partially glazed and painted blue, red, yellow, and green

Condition

The ceramic is in good condition, apart from a tiny chip in the hair at left, with an associated smudge mark, the verso with a band of faint adhesive remains, and a few areas of rubbing, one sticker.
"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."