Condition Report

LOT #334

Pop Art Prints & International Graphics

Pablo Picasso
1881 - 1973
Spanish


Carnival (Clown et Danseurs) (Bloch 1242)
linocut on paper 1967
signed in pencil and editioned H.C.
25 1/8 x 20 3/4 in 63.8 x 52.7 cm


Overall Condition of Work
 •  Overall, this work is in fair to good condition

Methods of Inspection
 •  This work was inspected out of the frame
 •  This work was inspected under ultraviolet light
 •  This work was inspected under magnification

Paper Support
 •  Very minor Crease present Near the lower edge in the margins
 •  Minor Discolouration present Throughout
 •  Staining present Along the upper edge

Framing and Mounting
 •  Extremely minor Glue residue from previous framing present At the edges of the work on verso
 •  This work is archivally hinged Along the upper edge on verso
 •  This work is framed with an archival mat

Previous Conservation/Restoration - Paperworks
 •  Tear repair present Along the upper edge in the margins
 •  Minor Tear repair present Along the right edge in the margins
 •  Retouching visible under ultraviolet light In small localized areas

Notes on Material


Comments on Condition
The areas of retouching noted are also visible in natural light on close inspection.
Prepared by:  Deirdre Hofer
Report date:  Tuesday, Oct 01, 2024


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