PABLO PICASSO "CAVALIER ET CHEVAL" 1952

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Description:

The Artist: Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881-1973)

As a significant influence on 20th-century art, Pablo Picasso was an innovative artist who experimented and innovated during his 92-plus years on earth. He was not only a master painter but also a sculptor, printmaker, ceramics artist, etching artist and writer. His work matured from the naturalism of his childhood through Cubism, Surrealism and beyond, shaping the direction of modern and contemporary art through the decades. Picasso lived through two World Wars, sired four children, appeared in films and wrote poetry. He died in 1973.

Following World War II, Picasso met Suzanne and Georges Ramie, the owners of the renowned Madoura ceramic workshop in Vallauris, a small seaside town located in the South of France. He became so enthralled with the ceramic medium that he moved to Vallauris in 1947, and remained there until 1955. He continued to experiment with the clay medium for the next 25 years, producing thousands of original and editioned vessels, bowls, and plaques that he transformed into all kinds of beasts and mythological creatures. Inspired by his experience with lithography, Picasso was excited by the possibility of creating ceramic multiples that would enable him to share his vision with a wider audience. This populist sentiment connected him with the artisans he worked with at the factory. He identified with their sense of purpose and the satisfaction they derived from their craft.

The Story: This piece was owned by a Picasso ceramic collector in Florida. He donated part of his collection to the NSU Art Museum in Fort Lauderdale and then family members  inherited some of the pieces. This is from a family member's collection and is looking for a new collector who was as passionate about Picasso ceramics as the original collector. Call us to book appointment to view this in person or via the internet. We have a few other Picasso ceramics as well. 

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