Georges Braque, Profil (Profile), 1960 |
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| Artist: | Georges Braque (1882 - 1963) |
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| Title: | Profil (Profile), 1960 |
| Medium: | Ceramic Sculpture |
| Image Size: | 10 3/4 in x 10 1/2 in (27.3 cm x 27 cm) |
| Edition: | From an edition of 50. |
| Condition: | This work is in excellent condition. |
| ID # | w-5229 |
Georges Braque Profil (Profile), 1960; Embracing Greek antiquity, Braque showcases a regal profile in an unconventional way. With a striking background of blue, the black profile outlined in white stands out as one of Braque’s more mysterious works. Conveying a sense of motion, the eye turns downward while the head tilts back making the viewer wonder just what this beauty is seeking.
This ceramic plate by Georges Braque (Argenteuil-sur-Seine, 1882- Paris, 1963), is from the edition of 50.
Catalogue Raisonne & COA:
Georges Braque Profil (Profile), 1960 is fully documented and referenced in the below catalogue raisonnes and texts (copies will be enclosed as added documentation with the invoices that will accompany the final sale of the work.
1. Goulandris, Basil & Elise. Braque: Order & Emotion, Andros 2003. Listed and illustrated as catalogue raisonne no. 92
2. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany Georges Braque Profil (Profile), 1960.
Subject Matter: Portrait
