Spiral bound exact facsimile of the Picasso sketchbook “Carnet de la Californie” in original drop back box with illustrated boards.This is the Italian edition from 1960 printed in France. The sketchbook contains 25 sheets with 39 lithographs of which 19 printed in color (10 printed single sided) and 20 printed in black & white (1 printed single sided). The lithographs are printed on the same type of wove paper commonly used in sketchbooks. Separate 8 page booklet with an introduction in Italian by Georges Boudaille. The sketchbook has light wear to spiral ends and a crease to the rear cover. The lithographs as well as the separate introduction booklet are in fine condition. The box has wear to edges and corners with 2 corners split. 42,5 ? 28 cm.