Pablo Picasso (Spanish/French, 1881-1973). "Masque" (A.R. 310) 1956, painted and partially glazed white ceramic tile. Inscribed with edition number 154/300, workshop numbering "K121", "Edition Picasso" and "Madoura" on the tile reverse. A striking ceramic tile presenting an abstract visage, painted and partially glazed in hues of cobalt, jade, and black on white. This piece is consistent with Alain Ramie's catalogue raisonne no. 310 - conceived in January, 1956 and executed in an edition of 300. Size: 7.875" L x 7.875" W (20 cm x 20 cm) Size of frame: 11.75" L x 11.875" W (29.8 cm x 30.2 cm)
Pablo Picasso collaborated with the Madoura pottery studio to create the design for the Chouette (owl) vases as well as other ceramic works. Georges and Suzanne Ramie founded the Madoura Pottery studio in Vallauris, France. The Ramies are probably best known for their wonderful collaborations with Picasso which resulted in an impressive oeuvre of Picasso ceramics. The Madoura pottery studio (Madoura being an acronym for MAison + DOUly (Suzanne’s maiden name) + Ramie) opened in an abandoned factory building on April 29th, 1938.
Provenance: private Wabasha, Minnesota, USA collection; ex-Nancy and Dr. E.F. Simpson collection, Los Angeles, California, USA, acquired from 1970 to 2000
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Inscribed with edition number 154/300, workshop numbering "K121", "Edition Picasso" and "Madoura" on the tile reverse. Overall near choice to choice!