Picasso Ceramics - Online at Christie’s

PABLO PICASSO (1881-1973), "Vase aztèque aux quatre visages" (A.R. 402), stamped, marked and numbered ‘Edition Picasso / Madoura Plein Feu / Edition Picasso / 96/100 / Madoura’ (underneath), white earthenware ceramic vessel, partially engraved, with coloured engobe. Height: 20.1/4 in. (51.4 cm.). Conceived in 1957 and executed in a numbered edition of 100. © CHRISTIE'S

PABLO PICASSO (1881-1973), "Hibou brillant" (A.R. 285), stamped and marked 'Edition Picasso / Madoura Plein Feu / Edition Picasso' (underneath), white earthenware ceramic plate, partially engraved, with coloured engobe and glaze. Length: 15.1/8 in. (38.5 cm.). Conceived in 1955 and executed in an edition of 450. © CHRISTIE'S 2019

I do love Picasso’s ceramics. In my opinion, they are great evidence of his curiosity and passion for expressing himself in different media, his artistic genius that can be also applied on decorative and utilitarian objects, his research in art history and his broad visual culture. I have recently stumbled upon a FB post by Christie’s (Collecting guide: Picasso ceramics) that is helpful to both general public and Picasso enthusiasts and collectors alike. There are some very useful tips regarding stamps and marking, the condition of the objects, Picasso’s techniques etc, but also a short overview of his work on different editions. While at Christie’s site, you may visit the online auction page. Some of my personal favorites are very fresh, bird themed objects (awls especially) and those made under influence of Ancient Greek, Etruscan, Roman and Pre-Columbian traditions. Photos courtesy of Christie's

PABLO PICASSO (1881-1973), "Chouette" (A.R. 602), stamped, marked and numbered 'Madoura Plein Feu / Edition Picasso / Edition Picasso / Madoura / 15/350' (underneath), white earthenware ceramic vase, partially engraved, with coloured engobe and glaze. Height: 11⅛ in. (28.4 cm.). Conceived in 1969 and executed in a numbered edition of 350. © CHRISTIE'S 2019

PABLO PICASSO (1881-1973), "Chouette" (A.R. 542), stamped, marked and numbered 'Madoura Plein Feu / Edition Picasso / Edition Picasso / 57/500 / R.146 / Madoura' (underneath), white earthenware ceramic vase with coloured engobe and glaze. Height: 11⅜ in. (29 cm.). Conceived in 1968 and executed in a numbered edition of 500. © CHRISTIE'S 2019

PABLO PICASSO (1881-1973), "Vase gros oiseau vert" (A.R. 453), stamped, marked and numbered 'Madoura Plein Feu / D'Après Picasso / 7' (inside the upper rim), white earthenware ceramic vase, partially engraved, with coloured engobe and glaze. Height: 23 in. (58.3 cm.). Conceived in 1960 and executed in a numbered edition of 25. © CHRISTIE'S 2019

PABLO PICASSO (1881-1973), "Chouette aux traits" (A.R. 121), stamped and marked 'Edition Picasso/Madoura Plein Feu/Edition Picasso' (underneath), white earthenware ceramic vase, partially engraved, with colored engobe and glaze. Height: 11¼ in. (28.8 cm.). Conceived in 1951 and executed in an edition of 300. © CHRISTIE'S 2019

PABLO PICASSO (1881-1973), "Chouette mate" (A.R. 405), stamped, marked and numbered 'Edition Picasso/Madoura Plein Feu/Edition Picasso/33/200' (underneath), terracotta vase, partially engraved, with colored engobe and glaze. Height: 10½ in. (26.5 cm.). Conceived in 1958 and executed in a numbered edition of 200. © CHRISTIE'S 2019

PABLO PICASSO (1881-1973), "Visage de profil" (A.R. 209), dated '19.12.53.' (on the side); stamped, marked and numbered 'Edition Picasso / Madoura Plein Feu / R.154 / Edition Picasso / 52/150' (underneath), terracotta vase, partially engraved, with coloured engobe and glaze. Height: 10 in. (25.4 cm.). Conceived on 19 December 1953 and executed in a numbered edition of 150. © CHRISTIE'S 2019