Pablo Picasso ceramic, Femme (Woman), 1955

This exquisite ceramic exhibits a creatively unique likeness to the elegant woman from which it was inspired. This classic rendition comes to life in this decorative, hand-made pitcher. Echoing the curvy silhouette of a woman, this refined pitcher has been decorated by hand to reflect that of a figural study of the female form. The curve of the spout molds to the contours of her face while it gently slopes inward to form the nape of her neck. It continues further bellowing to an elegant pear-shaped design, with intricate engobe detailing around the base and the handle as well. The inner rim of the glazed spout is subtly accented by deep blue lines, giving The Woman an added sense of depth and charm. This is truly one of Picasso's more classic pieces and would make a fine addition to any collection.

Created in 1955, this work is a turned pitcher of white earthenware clay with decoration in engobes (blue, grege, black), with glaze inside. This work has the 'D'Apres' Picasso' and 'Madoura Plein Feu' pottery stamps on the underside.

Catalogue Raisonné & COA:
This work is accompanied by the below catalogue raisonnés and texts (copies will be enclosed as added documentation with the invoices that will accompany the final sale of the work).

1. Ramié, Alain. Picasso, Catalogue of the Edited Ceramic Works 1947-1971, Vallauris, 1988. Other variants listed and illustrated as cat. no. 296, 297, 300 and 301 on pgs. 152, 153 and 155.
2. Ramié, Georges. Picasso's Ceramics, New York, 1976. Another variant listed and illustrated as cat. no. 740 on pg. 280 and detailed on pg. 292.
3. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany this work.