Pablo Picasso Man's Face, 1955

Utilizing the simplistic design motifs frequently found in his ceramics, Picasso creates an exquisite rectangular dish that plays with our notion of what is functional and what is art. A bearded man's face gazes out at us with long nose and closed eyes. His smile suggests that he is enjoying a private moment of happiness. Picasso's brilliant ability to convey human expression through simplicity of line and tone once more shines through in this marvelous piece.

Created in 1955, this original rectangular dish of white earthenware clay with knife engraved decoration under brushed glaze and grey patina is from the edition of 350. This work is stamped with the 'MADOURA PLEIN FEU' and 'EDITION PICASSO' pottery stamps on the reverse.

Catalogue Raisonné & COA:
Pablo Picasso Man's Face, 1955 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.