Property of Robert Mixson, St. Marys, GA

Description:

Pablo Picasso (French, 1881-1973), Mains au Poisson, Madoura Plate, 12/250, stamped 'Madoura' and 'empreinte originale de Picasso' and numbered 12/250 on verso, the terracotta plate with fish and hand relief glazed in tones of green, blue, black and white.

A creative partnership between Picasso and Madoura Pottery workshop in Vallauris lasted for 24 years and resulted in many beautiful limited editions. At the workshop Picasso learned the art of ceramics and reworked his sketches into vases and sculptures with the help of the whole Madoura team. Pablo Picasso designed 633 different ceramic editions between 1947 and 1971, with a number of variants and unique pieces resulting from these initial works. He began by creating simple, utilitarian objects such as plates and bowls, but later produced more complex forms, including pitchers and vases — their handles occasionally shaped to form facial features, or anatomical parts of his animal subjects. Over the course of his career, Picasso explored a wide variety of ceramic techniques — experimenting with paint, playing with form, or engraving the clay’s surface. Eventually, extensive research led him to adopt two main production methods. The first was based on the painstaking replication of an original object by hand, following its form and decoration as closely as possible. The second method involved creating original images in dry clay moulds, then transferring the design onto fresh clay. (Christie's)

Measurements: Height: 2 in. x Width: 11 3/4 in.

Condition:

Good condition, general minor wear, mostly to edges, craquelure to glaze on fish.

Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the conditions of aging. PHOTOS MAY ALSO ACT AS A CONDITION REPORT. Please review all photos closely prior to bidding. Complete condition reports are available by request, no later than 24 hours prior to the live auction. All lots are offered and sold 'AS IS’, and Everard Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. We do not guarantee the condition of frames. By placing a bid, either in person, by phone, absentee or via the Internet, you signify that you agree to be bound by the conditions of sale. Everard Auctions does not provide any shipping or packing services. We recommend that all potential buyers obtain pack/ship estimates prior to bidding. Please contact us for a list of recommended shippers.