31. PABLO PICASSO (1881-1973) Jaime Sabartes-In Picasso's studio, 1957 Book comprising 6 original lithographs by Picasso (4 in colour, including the two cover plates, and 2 in black and white) and 30 reproductions of works by Picasso produced between 1914 and 1948. Edition of 200 press-numbered copies on Arches vellum, this one No. 211, signed by Picasso in red pencil Printed by Fernand Mourlot, Paris Presented in its original canvas slipcase 44 x 32 cm Provenance Private collection, Paris Sabartès was Picasso's private secretary and one of the artist's closest friends, having known him since their childhood in Barcelona. This book is an introduction to the work and thought of Picasso, who personally chose the works to be reproduced in it from among his own. The Artist and the book, 1972, Cat. 240. Succession Picasso 2024.