Bidspirit auction | Pablo Picasso, 'David and Bathsheba'

Pablo Picasso, 'David and Bathsheba' Signed Artist Proof 1968 Etching, Aquatint and Sgraffito - Keywords: Biblical Art, King David, Bathsheba, Prophet Nathan, Etching, Drypoint, Aquatint, Scraper, Vellum, H.C. Artist Proof, Atelier Crommelynck, Galerie Louise Leiris Summary: Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881–1973), David and Bathsheba, circa 1968, from the Suite of 156. Etching, aquatint and sgraffito on vellum depicting the biblical subject of King David and Bathsheba with the Prophet Nathan. Signed and marked ‘H.C. B/C’ in pencil, designating the impression hors commerce and outside the regular numbered edition of 50. This impression was intended for Aldo Crommelynck and was produced during Picasso’s lifetime. Published by Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris, and printed by Atelier Crommelynck, Paris. The composition is catalogued as David, Bathsheba and the Prophet Nathan, Plate 21 from the Suite of 156. Catalogue raisonné references: Bloch 1876; Baer 1881 IV B.a. An impression of the work is represented in the Tate collection. Measurement: Art: 25 x 27 1/4 in. (63.5 x 69.2 cm.), Frame: 38 3/4 x 42 1/4 in. (98.4 x 107.3 cm.) approx Condition: Bidders are encouraged to carefully review all photographs and, when possible, examine items in person prior to bidding. Photographs form an integral part of each lot’s description. The absence of a condition report, notation, or reference to damage does not imply that an item is free from defects, restoration, wear, or other condition issues. All items are sold as is, where is, and may show signs of age, use, wear, repair, or prior restoration. By placing a bid, bidders acknowledge and agree to the Terms and Conditions of Sale. All descriptions, catalog statements, condition reports, reflect an opinion based on the information provided to us at the time of cataloging. Any certificates of authenticity, if provided by consignor, will be noted in the catalog. Clocks and watches are not warranted or represented to keep accurate time. We strongly recommend that all vintage lighting be examined or rewired prior to use. Auction Galleries reselling works do not issue Certificates of Authenticity. COA’s should best be sought from the original artist or their foundations, which often refrain from giving written authentication opinions. Accordingly, works are sold as ATTRIBUTED to the artist or maker named in the description. These attributions reflect an OPINION and are intended to provide collectors, researchers, and institutions the opportunity to study and further contextualize the material offered or establish a work’s art-historical significance.