Sleek and minimal in form, this red, earthenware clay tile exhibits the unique, expressive style of Pablo Picasso. This dancer and hind, delineated with simple, clean-cut lines, is enclosed within a diamond shape with decorative markings along the border. Through his use of minimal lines, Picasso conveys a sense of movement, for the dancer and hind appear to be running together, carefree and joyous. The image of their bodies in motion is recessed slightly into the bed of the tile, allowing for inherent shadows and lowlights to cast across the work; this makes way for a curious effect, breathing life into this happy, whimsical work.

Created in 1971, this red, earthenware clay tile was made out of the edition of 500. Inscribed and stamped on the reverse, 'Poinçon Originale de Picasso' and 'Madoura Plein Feu.' Also numbered in black ink on the reverse.

Documented and Illustrated in:
1. Ramié, Alain. Picasso Catalogue of the edited ceramic works 1947-1971, Madoura, 1988. Listed and illustrated as catalogue raisonné no. 620 on pg. 298.

About the Framing:
Museum grade conservation framed in a complementary moulding with silk mats.