Lot 423
  • 423

Pablo Picasso

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Pablo Picasso
  • Visage en carton ondulĂ©
  • Inscribed Picasso, numbered 5/20 and stamped with the silversmith's marks
  • Silver with original wooden presentation box
  • Diameter: 16 3/4 in.
  • 42.5 cm

Provenance

Private Collection, Europe (and sold: Sotheby's, London, May 7, 2014, lot 317)
Acquired at the above sale

Literature

Douglas Cooper, Picasso, 19 Plats en argent par François et Pierre Hugo, Paris, 1977, illustration of another cast n.p.
Alain Ramié, Picasso, Catalogue of the Edited Ceramic Works, 1947-1971, Madoura, 1988, no. 322, illustration of the white earthenware version p. 164

Condition

Work is in excellent condition. Surface is clean and recently polished, with no noticeable scratches. Work comes with original wood presentation box which is well preserved.
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.