Pablo Picasso (1881-1973), Joueur de flûte (A.R. 126). Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2014
stamped 'Madoura Plein Feu/Empreinte Originale de Picasso' (underneath), glazed ceramic plate. Diameter: 9¾ in. (24.7 cm.). Conceived in 1951 and executed in an edition of 40. Estimate£2,000 – £3,000 ($3,298 - $4,947)
Christie's. IMPRESSIONIST/MODERN ART & PICASSO CERAMICS. 7 February 2014. London, South Kensington - www.christies.com