Pablo Picasso, Corrida (Bullfight), 1955 A.R. 289

Artist: Pablo Picasso (1881 - 1973)
Title:Corrida (Bullfight), 1955
Reference:A.R. 289
Medium:Madoura turned round cupel of white earthenware clay with decoration in engobes and paraffin (black, red) with white enamel
Image Size:DIAMETER: 5 in (12.5 cm)
Edition:From the edition of 500.
Signature:Inscribed 'EDITION | MADOURA | PICASSO' on the bottom.
Condition:This work is in excellent condition.
ID #w-7272

Historical Description

Pablo Picsso Corrida (Bullfight), 1955 A.R. 289; Exhibiting his love of experimenting with various art media, Picasso renders this piece with strong contrast and lyrical figurative elements. Set against a white background, the stunning picador sits atop his horse and strikes the bull with his spear. The striking silhouettes of the picador, horse, and bull evoke a sense of motion, activity, and excitement.

Created in 1955, this original turned round cupel of white earthenware clay with decoration in engobes and paraffin (black, red) with white enamel is from the edition of 500. This work is annotated 'EDITION | MADOURA | PICASSO' on the bottom.

Catalogue Raisonné & COA:
Pablo Picsso Corrida (Bullfight), 1955 A.R. 289 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. Ramié, Alain. Picasso Catalogue of the edited ceramic works 1947-1971. Madoura: Galerie Madoura, 1988. Listed and illustrated as catalogue raisonné no. 289.
2. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany this work.

Subject Matter: Bull