Estimate: $6,000 - $8,000
Price Realized: $7,680 Includes buyer's premium
owl pitcher, partially engraved, with colored engobe and glaze
conceived in 1955 and executed in an edition of 500
white earthenware ceramic
10 1/2 x 7 x 5 inches
stamped "Madoura Plein Feu/Edition Picasso" to underside
From a Private Connecticut Collection
overall very good condition, with small blemish to lip which appears to be a glaze defect or repair
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Condition reports are based on visual inspection by the Capsule team under typical office lighting. Unless otherwise noted, items are not examined under UV light in advance of sale. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. Remember, all lots are previously owned and all sales are final. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot.
Art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. Frames, lampshades, or items described as “supplementary” are not considered integral to the value of the lot and are excluded from condition assessments. This includes any mat, mounting, glazing, hanging apparatus, case, box, or stand. Timepiece movements, lighting elements and items with mechanical or electrical components have not been thoroughly tested and are not covered under warranty by Capsule.
