Pablo Picasso, Vase, 1953 |
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| Artist: | Pablo Picasso (1881 - 1973) |
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| Title: | Vase, 1953 |
| Medium: | Original Madoura chamotted red earthenware clay turned vase with decoration in pastels (white, green, yellow, blue, black) |
| Image Size: | DIMENSIONS: 12 3/4 in x 7 1/16 in (32.5 cm x 18 cm) |
| Edition: | From the edition of 200. |
| Signature: | This work is inscribed 'EDITION PICASSO MADOURA' with the 'MADOURA PLEIN FEU' and 'EDITION PICASSO' pottery stamps on the underside. |
| Condition: | This piece is in excellent condition. |
| ID # | w-4350 |
Charming faces and parallel pastel lines adorn this exquisite turned vase. Reminiscent of ancient Greek pottery, this work exemplifies Picasso's own skillful take on an ancient art form. This particular work stands out amidst Picasso's artistic oeuvre, as its matte appearance and pastel coloration set it apart from his other Madoura ceramics.
Created in 1953, this chamotted red earthenware clay turned vase is decorated in pastels (white, green, yellow, blue, black). This piece is from the edition of 200 and is inscribed 'EDITION PICASSO MADOURA' with the 'MADOURA PLEIN FEU' and 'EDITION PICASSO' pottery stamps on the underside.
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.
