Pablo Picasso Cavalier Vase, 1952

A truly climactic work, Pablo Picasso Cavalier and Horse, 1952 highlights astounding mastery of the ceramics medium. Incredibly detailed and exquisitely designed, this marvelous piece truly stands out in Picasso's artistic oeuvre. Intricate lines and bold coloration delineate the figures of a valiant cavalier and his beautiful horse. Against a pristine white background, the cavalier calmly leads his mount. On one side of this piece, we witness the magnificent black steed, whose saddle and bridle are intricately rendered, while, on the other side, we view a lovely tree, conveyed through soft applications of green and red-brown hues. At the front of the pitcher, we observe the cavalier, standing tall with his sword at his side, the epitome of courage and valor.

Created in 1952, this turned pitcher of white earthenware clay with decoration in engobes (black, red, blue, green) is knife engraved under partial brushed glaze. From the edition of 300, This work is stamped with the 'MADOURA PLEIN FEU' and 'EDITION PICASSO' pottery stamps on the reverse.

Catalogue Raisonné & COA:

This work is fully documented and referenced in the below catalogue raisonnés and texts (copies will be enclosed as added documentation with the invoices accompanying the final sale of the work):

1. Listed and illustrated in the following: Ramié, Alain. Picasso Catalogue of the edited ceramic works 1947-1971. Madoura: 1988.
2. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany this work.