Description:Unique and complicated form, reflective of Picasso’s signature style, and beautifully decorated, this is a marvelous original work!
Created in 1963, this ceramic turned vase is constructed from red earthenware clay, with engobe decoration in black. This work contains guaranteed authentic ‘Edition Picasso’ and ‘Madoura’ Stamps on the bottom of the base. Written into the glaze is also the text, ‘Edition Picasso Madoura 203/300’ in black. The marking are pristine and the glaze is reflective and fresh, this work is in wonderful condition!
Using a standard symmetrical vase form, Picasso utilizes the classic form to create a totem-like portrait of a figure and a bird. The face of the figure emerges from the roundest portion of the vase, with the brow and nose lines bisecting the center of the pitcher. Picasso uses the pour spout to create a falcon-like bird profile. The two portraits interact gracefully with one another—their elegance enhanced by the rich red earthenware medium, that acts as background to the black decoration.
Catalogue Raisonné & COA:
It is fully documented and referenced in the below catalogue raisonnés and texts (copies will be enclosed as added documentation with the invoices that will accompany the final sale of the work) :
1) Ramié, Alain. Picasso Catalogue of the edited ceramic works 1947-1971.
1988, listed as cat no 512 on pg 257.
2) A Masterworks Fine Art, Inc. Certificate of Authenticity accompanies this work.
FREESTANDING VASE PLACEMENT:
A freestanding ceramic vase is best enjoyed in an environment where it is accessible from all sides. Pedestals are often an appropriate way to showcase larger ceramic pieces. In some instances collectors have chosen to encase the freestanding ceramic under traditional museum bonnets. Museum bonnets are transparent acrylic cubes constructed with one open side that can be placed over the ceramic as an added layer of protection from an unpredictable environment. If you are placing the ceramic in an area where it might be touched or disturbed, the museum bonnet is an excellent conservation solution that can be custom made to fit over your ceramic. If you would like more information please contact finepoints@masterworksfineart.com
