After Pablo Picasso, Les Saltimbanques

After Pablo Picasso
Les Saltimbanques

1922
aquatint in colors on Arches
34 h × 24 w in (86 × 61 cm)

Signed and numbered to lower margin '149-200 Picasso'. This work is number 149 from the edition of 200 published by Galerie Berheim-Jeune. Some works from this edition were signed by Picasso and some by Villon. There was also an edition of 22 in black and white.

Provenance: Willard Gallery, New York I Private Collection (acquired in Pairs 1960s) I Private Collection (by descent)

Literature: Ginestet & Pouillon 634
Condition Report: Laid to backing board along all four edges. Sheet is unevenly toned and shows foxing throughout. One repair at lower right edge and areas of surface soiling throughout. Framed behind glass measuring 36 x 26 inches.Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and/or independent consultants and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (609) 397-9374 or e-mail info@ragoarts.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.