La Colombe Bleue, Dove of Peace lithograph. Combat Pour la Paix.

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Pablo Picasso
La Colombe Bleue, Dove of Peace lithograph. Combat Pour la Paix.
1962

About the Item

After Pablo Picasso 'la Colombe Bleue', Dove of Peace lithograph' from his series 'combat pour la paix ' signed and dated in the plate 28/12/1961. The rarer blue version. The quality Arches paper is impressed with 'edition combat pour la paix , copyright S.P.A.D.E.M. Paris.' Created to advertise the Congrès National du Mouvement de la Paix held in Issy-Les-Moulineaux, France in March 1962. This is a work created during the lifetime of Picasso and used to raise funds for the peace movement of which Picasso became such a supporter. The print is by Fernand Mourlot. For more than half a century Fernand Mourlot was synonymous with the resurgence of lithography, a process which would attract the greatest masters of our time. Under the direction of Fernand Mourlot artists such a Picasso, Braque, Dubuffet, Leger and Giacometti enriched their own work as well as contemporary art in general with a new medium, lithography. Fine art lithographs offered a new realm of experimental possibilities for the printing of their masterpieces. Fernand retired in the 1970's but his name remains to this day synonymous with the rebirth of lithography. Picasso. Picasso is not just a man and his work. Picasso is always a legend, indeed almost a myth. In the public view he has long since been the personification of genius in modern art. Picasso is an idol, one of those rare creatures who act as crucibles in which the diverse and often chaotic phenomena of culture are focused, who seem to body forth the artistic life of their age in one person. The same thing happens in politics, science, sport. And it happens in art. Early life Born in Malaga, Spain, in October of 1881, he was the first child born in the family. His father worked as an artist, and was also a professor at the school of fine arts; he also worked as a curator for the museum in Malaga. Pablo Picasso studied under his father for one year, then went to the Academy of Arts for one year, prior to moving to Paris. In 1901 he went to Paris, which he found as the ideal place to practice new styles, and experiment with a variety of art forms. It was during these initial visits, which he began his work in surrealism and cubism style, which he was the founder of, and created many distinct pieces which were influenced by these art forms. Updates in style During his stay in Paris, Pablo Picasso was constantly updating his style; he did work from the blue period, the rose period, African influenced style, to cubism, surrealism, and realism. Not only did he master these styles, he was a pioneer in each of these movements, and influenced the styles to follow throughout the 20th century, from the initial works he created. In addition to the styles he introduced to the art world, he also worked through the many different styles which appeared, while working in Paris. Not only did he continually improve his style, and the works he created, he is well known because of the fact that he had the ability to create in any style which was prominent during the time. Work as a pacifist Pablo Picasso was a pacifist, and large scale paintings he created, showcased this cry for peace, and change during the time. A 1937 piece he created, after the German bombing of Guernica, was one such influential piece of the time. Not only did this become his most famous piece of art work, but the piece which showed the brutality of war, and death, also made him a prominent political figure of the time. To sell his work, and the message he believed in, art, politics, and eccentricity, were among his main selling points. Conflicting with social views Many things Pablo Picasso did during the 1950s, conflicted with the general public. Viciousness towards his children, exaggerated virility towards women, and joining the Communist party, were some of the many scandals which he was involved in during his lifetime. Although most of the things he did were viewed negatively by a minority of the general public, admirers of Pablo Picasso turned a blind eye, and still accepted him as a prominent figure in their society. Following the end of WWII, Pablo Picasso turned back towards his classic style of work, and he created the "Dove of Peace." Even though he became a member of the Communist party, and supported Stalin and his political views and rule, Pablo Picasso could do no wrong. In the eyes of his admirers and supporters, he was still a prominent figure, and one which they would follow, regardless of what wrongs he did. He was not only an influence because of the works he created, but he was also an influential figure in the political realm. Collection of work Pablo Picasso is recognized as the world's most prolific painter. His career spanned over a 78 year period, in which he created: 13,500 paintings, 100,000 prints and engravings, and 34,000 illustrations which were used in books. He also produced 300 sculptures and ceramic pieces during this expansive career. It is also estimated that over 350 pieces which he created during his career, have been stolen; this is a figure that is far higher than any other artist throughout history. Although he had a conflicting lifestyle, Pablo Picasso was admired by many, and was one of the most influential figures of his time. Not only during his life, but also after his death, he is still one of the most well known artists, and political figures, of his time. With thousands of pieces to his name, and art works which have been seen by millions, around the world, he has been a great influence to society, he has influenced the art world, and he introduced many new styles of art, which helped shape modern art, and modern styles artists follow today. Thanks to 'Galerie Philia , Geneve' for this summary relating this piece by Picasso.

Creator:
Pablo Picasso (1881-1973, Spanish)
Creation Year:
1962
Dimensions:
Height: 19.38 in (49.2 cm)Width: 25.48 in (64.7 cm)
Medium:
Paper,Printer's Ink
Movement & Style:
Modern
Period:
Mid-20th Century
Condition:
Small smudging to very top left edge of the litho.
Gallery Location:
Cotignac, FR
Reference Number:
Seller: GB1stDibs: LU143027062082