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Pablo Picasso
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
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Description
- Pablo Picasso
- TOREADOR
- signed Picasso, dated 28.5.63 and dedicated Pour Anne Leymarie (towards upper left)
- oil on paper
- 24.4 by 62.5cm., 9 5/8 by 24 5/8in.
Provenance
A gift from the artist 𒅌to the present owner on 28th May 196♓3
Condition
Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down. The sheet is composed of two pages taken from a book, the vertical glued join of which is visible in the centre of the work; on the reverse of the left hand sheet there is a reproduction of a drawing by Picasso. There are two paint losses near the lower edge, visible in the catalogue illustration. Other than some light time-staining, this work is in very good condition
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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."