Pablo Picasso (1881-1973)
The Bath (Pl. from the Saltimbanques series). 1905. Drypoint. 284 x 340. Bloch 12; Geiser-Baer 14 III c. Fine proof taken from the crossed-out copper on strong ivory vellum, with the words "Biffé le 30 Oct 1913" engraved backwards in the subject at the oblique. Dusting and traces of oxidation at edges. Light spotting and foxing on verso. Full margins. 

Provenance: Ambroise Vollard (1866-1939) then H. M. Petiet (1894-1980).
Live Wednesday 28 May 2025・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 246

Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) The Bath (Pl. from the Saltimbanques series). 1905. Drypoint. 284 x 340. Bloch 12; Geiser-Baer 14 III c. Fine proof taken from the crossed-out copper on strong ivory vellum, with the words "Biffé le 30 Oct 1913" engraved backwards in the subject at the oblique. Dusting and traces of oxidation at edges. Light spotting and foxing on verso. Full margins. Provenance: Ambroise Vollard (1866-1939) then H. M. Petiet (1894-1980).

Estimate
€300 - €400
Result
€416
Buyer's premium
30%
Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) The Bath (Pl. from the Saltimbanques series). 1905. Drypoint. 284 x 340. Bloch 12; Geiser-Baer 14 III c. Fine proof taken from the crossed-out copper on strong ivory vellum, with the words "Biffé le 30 Oct 1913" engraved backwards in the subject at the oblique. Dusting and traces of oxidation at edges. Light spotting and foxing on verso. Full margins. Provenance: Ambroise Vollard (1866-1939) then H. M. Petiet (1894-1980).
Sale Wednesday 28 May 2025・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
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