Lot 8
  • 8

Pablo Picasso

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description

  • Pablo Picasso
  • Service visage noir (A.R. 35-47)
  • ceramic
  • dish diameter: 470mm 19 1/2 in
  • plate diameters: 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, each with the Madoura stamp, seven with the Edition Picasso stamp

Condition

The ceramics are generally in good condition, the green has oxidized mostly to whitish-grey and is sometimes only faintly visible on the rims of the plates, occasional tiny chips at the rims (apparently touched-in on Plates E and J), the twelve plates have occasional minor surface scratches (visible in a raking light) and varying degrees of mostly minor surface staining on the reverse. Plate C is wrongly inscribed 'D'.
"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."