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Pablo Picasso, Two Heads of Women, from Ovid's Metamorphoses, 1970 (after)

1970

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About the Item

This exquisite lithograph after Pablo Picasso (1881–1973), titled Deux tetes de femme (Two Heads of Women), originates from the rare 1970 folio Suite des reproductions des Eaux-fortes de Pablo Picasso pour illustrer les Metamorphoses d'Ovide. Published and printed by Production Edito-Service S.A., Le Grand-Saconnex, Canton of Geneve, in collaboration with Albert Skira, Geneve, this edition presents faithful reproductions of the original etchings created by Picasso in 1930–31 for the landmark illustrated book Les Metamorphoses d'Ovide. The composition exemplifies Picasso’s neoclassical grace and psychological depth, depicting two female profiles rendered with refined linework and sculptural simplicity inspired by antiquity. Executed on velin papier Verge fin blanc des papeteries de Bellerive, this lithograph measures 11.02 x 8.66 inches (28 x 22 cm) with an image size of 4.3 x 5.5 inches (10.9 x 14 cm). As issued, it is unsigned and unnumbered, consistent with the authorized 1970 publication format. This edition, produced under Albert Skira’s supervision, preserves the tonal clarity and linear precision of the original copper etchings created by Picasso for the 1931 deluxe edition of Les Metamorphoses d'Ovide, one of the most celebrated artist’s books of the 20th century. Artwork Details: Artist: After Pablo Picasso (1881–1973) Title: Deux tetes de femme (Two Heads of Women), from Suite des reproductions des Eaux-fortes de Pablo Picasso pour illustrer les Metamorphoses d'Ovide, 1970 Medium: Lithograph on velin papier Verge fin blanc des papeteries de Bellerive Dimensions: Paper size 11.02 x 8.66 inches (28 x 22 cm); Image size 4.3 x 5.5 inches (10.9 x 14 cm) Inscription: Unsigned and unnumbered, as issued Date: 1970 (after the 1931 etchings) Publisher: Production Edito-Service S.A., Le Grand-Saconnex, Canton of Geneve Printer: Production Edito-Service S.A., in collaboration with Albert Skira, Geneve Condition: Well preserved, consistent with age and medium Provenance: From the 1970 folio Suite des reproductions des Eaux-fortes de Pablo Picasso pour illustrer les Metamorphoses d'Ovide, authorized by Albert Skira, Geneve Notes: Excerpted from the 1970 folio (translated from French): "The original edition of Les Metamorphoses d'Ovide, full text of the association, Guillaume Bude, established and translated by Georges Lafaye, is illustrated with XXX original etchings by Picasso. The draw, completed on October 25, 1931, in Paris, on the presses of Leon Pichon for typography, and by Louis Fort for the engravings, was limited to CXLV examples, all numbered in the press and signed by the artist. The edition included XXX examples on Japon blanc a la forme fabrique specialement par la manufacture imperiale, including V examples, numbered from I to V, each containing a sequel on Japon with remarks in bistre, a suite on Chine with remarks in black and an original drawing by the artist; XXV examples, numbered from VI to XXX, each containing a sequel on Japon with remarks in black; XCV examples, numbered from XXXI to CXXV, on verge de pur chiffon fabrique specialement a la main par les papeteries d'Arches; and CX non-commerce examples, numbered in Roman numerals from I to XX, reserved for the artist and collaborators. The coppers used to draw the illustrations were scratched by the artist in the presence of the publisher. This album has been presented to collectors and bibliophiles of the United States of America by Marie Harriman. This lithograph edition, 22 x 28 cm, was printed with Albert Skira's authorization on papier Verge fin blanc des papeteries de Bellerive." About the Artist: Pablo Picasso (1881–1973) was a Spanish painter, sculptor, printmaker, and ceramicist whose revolutionary vision redefined modern art in the 20th century. Born in Malaga, Spain, he demonstrated prodigious talent from an early age and trained in Barcelona and Madrid before moving to Paris, where he became the epicenter of avant-garde innovation. Picasso pioneered Cubism alongside Georges Braque, explored emotional depth through his Blue and Rose periods, and continually reinvented his style across thousands of works in painting, drawing, sculpture, and printmaking. His influence spans movements from Surrealism to abstraction, and his work remains central to global art history. The highest price ever paid for one of his artworks is approximately US $179.4 million for *Les Femmes d’Alger (Version O)* (1955). Pablo Picasso lithograph, Deux tetes de femme Picasso, Two Heads of Women Picasso, Picasso Metamorphoses d'Ovide, Picasso 1970 folio, Picasso Edito-Service Geneve, Albert Skira Picasso edition, Picasso papeteries de Bellerive, Picasso Ovid illustrations, Picasso 1931 etchings, 20th century modern art, Picasso mythological art, Picasso neoclassical drawings, Picasso collectible print, Picasso modernist lithograph, Picasso artist’s book, French modern art edition, Skira Picasso publication.
  • Creation Year:
    1970
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.02 in (28 cm)Width: 8.66 in (22 cm)
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  • After:
    Pablo Picasso (1881-1973, Spanish)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Southampton, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1465216828102

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