$3,690
Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881-1973) Jeune courtisane avec un gentilhomme, un sculpteur et un vieillard alléché, plate 185 from 347 Gravures, 1968, edition of 50, published by Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris (Bloch, 1665; Baer et al., 1681Bb1). Signed "Picasso" in pencil l.r., numbered "22/50" in pencil l.l., dated "25.6.68 III" (in reverse) within the plate, identified on a fragmentary label from Pucker/Safrai Gallery, Boston, affixed to the backing. Etching on Rives paper with watermark, plate size 4 7/8 x 3 1/2 in. (12.4 x 8.8 cm), framed. Condition: Deckled edges, gentle light-toning, pencil annotations to verso. Estimate $3,000-5,000 The sheet measures 12 7/8 x 10 in., very minor thinning to lower corners, verso, presumably from the removal of old hinges. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-05-11
