Face no. 59. 1963.
Ceramics. White sherd with engobe-, enamel and scratch decor, under brushed glazing.
Ramié 469. Numbered and inscribed "N° 59" as wll as "Edition Picasso" and "Madoura" on the stand. From an edition of 1560 copies. Diameter: 25 cm (9.8 in).
[AR].
• The comprehensive and versatile oeuvre of Picasso's ceramics testifies to his artistic inventiveness.
• He transfers the ancient craft of pottery to 20th century art.
• His characteristic abstract figures and faces playfully gain their own personality.

PROVENANCE: Private collection Southern Germany.

In good condition. Bottom center with a small chipped spot in margin, not visible from the front (ca. 0.5 cm).