Description:
Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881-1973)
Tête d'histrion (Le danseur), 1965, edition of 200, printed by Arnéra, Vallauris, published by the Musée des Augustins, Toulouse (Baer, 1360). Signed "Picasso" in pencil l.r., numbered "65/200" in pencil l.l. Linocut in black and tan on wove paper, image size 25 1/4 x 20 7/8 in. (64.0 x 52.8 cm),framed.
Condition: Margins over 1 1/4 inches, light-struck, gentle sheen to black ink near lower corners from rubbing/buffing, soft, unpressed creases to margins.
Estimate $4,000-6,000
The sheet measures 29 1/4 x 23 7/8 in. , subtle soiling (including a mark to the left edge that looks like a tear but is not).
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.
Robin S.R. Starr
Vice President
Director of American & European Works of Art
508-970-3206
Elizabeth Haff
Specialist, American & European Works of Art
Old Masters & 19th Century
508-970-3206
Kathleen M. Leland
Specialist, American & European Works of Art
Modern & Contemporary Art
508-970-3206
James Leighton
Specialist, American & European Works of Art
Fine Photographs
508-970-3206
American & European Works of Art
The American & European Works of Art department brings years of experience, connoisseurship, and knowledge of art history to bear in every fine art appraisal, evaluation, and auction.