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Pablo Picasso
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description
- Pablo Picasso
- service visage noir (A. R. 35-47)
- Each: stamped Edition Picasso, Madoura Plein Feu and dedicated Pour Catherine et Jean Louis A full set of thirteen painted and glazed dishes
- ceramic
- Dish diameter: 470mm; 19 1/2 in
- Each plate diameter: 235mm; 9 1/4 in
The complete set comprising one dish and 12 plates, 1948, from the edition of 100, each inscribed Pour Catherine et Jean Louis, the dish dated 19.2.1965, each glazed and painted red, green, white, and black, each with the Madoura stamp, seven with the Edition Picasso stamp
Condition
The ceramics are in in good condition apart from the green has oxidized mostly to whitish-grey, and there is no green remaining on the outside rims of the plates. Some plates with minute cracks or scuffs along the edges of the plate and base (some repainted), only visible upon very close inspection, some with three small rubbed areas verso most likely from contact over time with a stand, a few with surface soiling or adhesive verso, all with one or two stickers verso.
"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."
"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."