Artist: Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881-1973); Madoura
Markings: markings; artist's proof; 1953
Country of Origin & Materials: French; ceramic
Additional Information: This large avian form is called PICHET ANSE PRISE (Pitcher with Seized Handle) and is the artist's proof for the 1953 edition of 200 created in the studio owned by Georges and Suzanne Ramie. Georges Ramie, who became a close personal friend of Picasso's, was the individual who first encouraged the artist to try his hand at pottery. The Georges & Suzanne Ramie Madoura collection was held privately and intact in the Ramie family for three generations and is considered the most important of all Picasso pottery collections. Provenance: The Madoura Pottery Studio, Vallauris, France | Private collection of Georges & Suzanne Ramie, Vallauris, France | Christie's South Kensington June 25-26, 2012 Auction of the Ramie/Madoura Pottery Studio Collection, Lot 464 | Private Collection, Flagler Beach, Florida. Reference: Pablo Picasso - Catalogue of the Edited Ceramic Works 1947-1971, Alain Ramié, #186.
Dimensions: 7.75"h, 10.75"w, 4.75"d

very good, no chips or cracks