$3,444
Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881-1973) Pourvu qu'on ait l'ivresse... , plate 282 from 347 Gravures, 1968, edition of 50, published by Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris (Bloch, 1762; Baer et al., 1779Bb1). Signed "Picasso" in pencil l.r., numbered "22/50" in pencil l.l., dated "18.8.68 I" (in reverse) within the plate, identified on a fragmentary label from Pucker/Safrai Gallery, Boston, affixed to the backing. Etching on wove paper, plate size 4 5/8 x 3 3/8 in. (11.7 x 8.5 cm), framed. Condition: Deckled edges, image gently light-toned, pencil annotations to verso. Estimate $3,000-5,000 The sheet measures 13 x 10 1/8 inches. Tiny thinned spots near lower corners, verso, presumably where old hinges were removed. 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
