Description:Utilizing the simplistic design motifs frequently found in his ceramics, Picasso creates a bold and bright work that plays with our notion of what is functional and what is art. Three graceful dancers leap from the surface, exuding joy and energy in this fantastic ceramic piece.
Created in 1957, this ceramic oval dish was created from white earthenware clay with matte black and red engobe decoration, and a beautiful glossy white glaze. Stamped on the reverse, 'Edition Picasso' and 'Madoura plein feu', there is a written notation as well, 'Edition Picasso Madoura' in black. This work is from the edition of 400. The date is also inscribed on the front, '1.8.57'.
Composed of largely matte black and red engobe decoration, Picasso includes a brilliant high gloss white on the subtle detailing of the figures and outer rim area of the platter. This textural suability adds a burst of compositional interest and an overall sense of joy to the piece. Titled Dancing, the work exudes a wonderful sense of happiness and delight, as the sinewy dancers leap from the surface of the ceramic, generating an innate sense of energy that is simply magnetic. This is a marvelous piece in wonderful condition-an absolute necessity to any serious ceramic or Picasso collection.
Catalogue Raisonné & COA:
It is fully documented and referenced in (copies will be enclosed as added documentation with the invoices that I will enclose with the sale of the work) :
1) Ramié, Alain. Picasso Catalogue of the edited ceramic works 1947-1971. 1988, listed as cat no 400.
2) Masterworks Fine Art, Inc. Certificate of Authenticity accompanies this work.
About the Framing:
Conservation framed with archival materials and museum quality, this work is mounted on archival black linen in an ornate and robust gold leaf shadow box frame. The gold tone of the framing in contrast with the black linen, accentuates and enhances the brightness of this work. The sculptural details of overlapping leaves in the framing, compliments the sculptural relief of this piece.
