Palm Beach gallery joins Picasso celebrations with show of prints, ceramics

Pablo Picasso, ‘Exposition Valluris 1962,’ 1962. Linoleum cut print, 25 by 21in (63.5 by 53.3cm), edition of 175. Image courtesy of Rosenbaum Contemporary gallery
Pablo Picasso, ‘AR 250 - Hen sujet (Hen Subject),’ 1954. White earthenware turned pitcher painted in blue, 4 7/8 by 7 by 4in (12.4 by 17.8 by 10.2cm), edition of 500. Image courtesy of Rosenbaum Contemporary gallery
Pablo Picasso, ‘AR 250 – Hen sujet (Hen Subject),’ 1954. White earthenware turned pitcher painted in blue, 4 7/8 by 7 by 4in (12.4 by 17.8 by 10.2cm), edition of 500. Image courtesy of Rosenbaum Contemporary gallery

PALM BEACH, Fla. — Picasso: Celebrating 50 Years, an exhibition of ceramics and prints by the peerless 20th-century artist, will be on view through May 31 at Rosenbaum Contemporary’s Palm Beach gallery. With this exhibition, Rosenbaum Contemporary joins more than 50 museums throughout the world this year in honoring the legacy of Pablo Picasso, whose influence on the art world still continues five decades after his death on April 8, 1973.

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Distinguished array of Picasso ceramics to star at Freeman’s, March 8

Pablo Picasso, ‘Tete de Chevre en Profil,’ estimated at $10,000-$15,000. Image courtesy of Freeman’s
Pablo Picasso, ‘Tete de Chevre en Profil,’ estimated at $10,000-$15,000. Image courtesy of Freeman’s
Pablo Picasso, ‘Tete de Chevre en Profil,’ estimated at $10,000-$15,000. Image courtesy of Freeman’s

PHILADELPHIA — Freeman’s Art and Design auction, scheduled for Wednesday, March 8, features a distinguished selection of works by Pablo Picasso, including more than a dozen plates, pitchers and sculptures in clay. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Hispanic Society Museum & Library begins reopening in March

Detail of the Hispanic Society Museum & Library’s Sorolla Gallery, featuring the work ‘Visions of Spain.’ Image courtesy of the HSM&L
View of the Hispanic Society Museum & Library’s Sorolla Gallery, featuring the work ‘Visions of Spain.’ Image courtesy of the HSM&L
View of the Hispanic Society Museum & Library’s Sorolla Gallery, featuring the work ‘Visions of Spain.’ Image courtesy of the HSM&L

NEW YORK – The Hispanic Society Museum & Library (HSM&L) – the primary institution dedicated to the preservation, study, understanding, exhibition and enjoyment of art and cultures of Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking countries and communities – announces phase one of its reopening with a robust 2023 programming lineup and exhibition schedule. With a focus on the commemoration of Joaquin Sorolla’s centennial, Jesus Rafael Soto’s centennial and Pablo Picasso’s semi-centennial, the institution will recognize the great Spanish artists with a series of exhibitions, lectures, concerts and receptions.

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Guggenheim readies Young Picasso in Paris show for May opening

Pablo Picasso, ‘Le Moulin de la Galette,’ Paris, circa November 1900. Oil on canvas, 89.7 by 116.8cm. Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York, Thannhauser collection, gift, Justin K. Thannhauser 78.2514.34. Photo credit David Heald, Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation, New York © 2023 Estate of Pablo Picasso / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York
Pablo Picasso, ‘Le Moulin de la Galette,’ Paris, circa November 1900. Oil on canvas, 89.7 by 116.8cm. Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York, Thannhauser collection, gift, Justin K. Thannhauser 78.2514.34. Photo credit David Heald, Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation, New York © 2023 Estate of Pablo Picasso / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York
Pablo Picasso, ‘Le Moulin de la Galette,’ Paris, circa November 1900. Oil on canvas, 89.7 by 116.8cm. Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York, Thannhauser collection, gift, Justin K. Thannhauser 78.2514.34. Photo credit David Heald, Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation, New York © 2023 Estate of Pablo Picasso / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

NEW YORK — The Guggenheim Museum will present Young Picasso in Paris, an intimate exhibition comprising a total of 10 paintings and works on paper executed during Pablo Picasso’s introduction to the French capital. Young Picasso in Paris will open on May 12 and continue through August 6.

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Pop-up books, postcards and other delights at Jeschke Van Vliet, Dec. 15

One of several works in the Fries collection of antique pop-up books, estimated at €30,000-€60,000
One of several works in the Fries collection of antique pop-up books, estimated at €30,000-€60,000
One of several works in the Fries collection of antique pop-up books, estimated at €30,000-€60,000

BERLIN, Germany – Jeschke van Vliet will hold its final auction for 2022 on Thursday, December 15. Titled Rare Books, Prints, Historical Photography, it is distinguished by a unique and impressive collection of pop-up books. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Inspired holiday gift ideas abound at Clars, Dec. 16-18

Napoleone Martinuzzi Incaminciato vase, estimated at $8,000-$12,000
Napoleone Martinuzzi Incaminciato vase, estimated at $8,000-$12,000

OAKLAND, Calif. – Clars Auction Gallery will host two sales in mid-December: a Winter Fine Jewelry and Timepieces Auction on Friday, December 16, and a Winter Design + Art + Asian Art Auction on Sunday, December 18. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Mr. Brainwash leads parade of 20th century design at Abell, Nov. 29

Detail from ‘Subway Panel’ by Mr Brainwash, estimated at $80,000-$120,000
Mr Brainwash, ‘Subway Panel,’ estimated at $80,000-$120,000
Mr. Brainwash, ‘Subway Panel,’ estimated at $80,000-$120,000

LOS ANGELES – Abell Auction Co. will present a sale of important 20th Century Design on Tuesday, November 29, with more than 300 lots of art, furniture and luxury goods. Live bidding for the online auction starts at 9 am Pacific time. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Counterculture marches to its own drum at PBA Galleries, Dec. 1

1967 poster for the Grateful Dead, signed by designer Bob Fried, estimated at $4,000-$6,000
1967 poster for the Grateful Dead, signed by designer Bob Fried, estimated at $4,000-$6,000
1967 poster for the Grateful Dead, estimated at $4,000-$6,000

BERKELEY, Calif. – On Tuesday, December 1, PBA Galleries will host an auction with more than 450 lots of fine literature and ephemera, featuring scarce works from the counterculture and the Beat Generation, plus a large section of rock and psychedelic posters. Also included are editions from Charles Bukowski, many with original artwork, as well as large samplings of the works of Ray Bradbury, John Steinbeck, Ernest Hemingway and other major voices of 20th-century literature. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Two Picassos make auction debut at Guernsey’s, Nov. 12

Pablo Picasso, ‘Arlequin et sa Compagne,’ estimated at $700,000-$1 million
Pablo Picasso, ‘Arlequin et sa Compagne,’ estimated at $700,000-$1 million
Pablo Picasso, ‘Arlequin et sa Compagne,’ estimated at $700,000-$1 million

NEW YORK– Works by Picasso, Chagall, Degas, Renoir, Dufy and Warhol will be auctioned at Guernsey’s on Sunday, November 12. The art collections of three late collectors will be offered without a minimum reserve. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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