Description: Pablo Picasso A.R. 542Wood Owl196811.8” x 8.8” Edition of 500White earthenware clay, decoration in engobes under partial brushed glaze, black patinaRamie 542 is a Madoura ceramic that one rarely sees come on the market. The photos you see here is the actual piece that you will receive. Most sellers online post using stock photos that don’t necessarily match exactly to the piece you receive. This particular piece is pristine: there are no nicks, bruises or scratches of any kind. Be careful when buying from others – the pieces sometimes have nicks or scratches. The Certificate of Authenticity comes with this piece. We have sold over 3700 pieces with all positive reviews. The Picasso Madoura Ceramic Ramie 542 Wood Owl is one of the many ceramic pieces created by Pablo Picasso in collaboration with the Madoura pottery workshop in Vallauris, France. This particular piece is a part of Picasso's extensive work in ceramics, which he explored intensively from the late 1940s through the 1960s.Key Features of the Picasso Madoura Ceramic Ramie 542 Wood Owl: Design and Style:The Wood Owl is a whimsical and expressive ceramic piece shaped like an owl. It showcases Picasso's playful approach to form and his ability to infuse everyday objects with artistic vitality.The design often includes stylized features of the owl, such as exaggerated eyes and beak, reflecting Picasso's abstract and modernist style. Materials and Technique:Made from ceramic, this piece is hand-painted and glazed. Picasso used various techniques to create texture and detail, demonstrating his innovative approach to ceramics.The piece typically features vibrant colors and bold lines, characteristic of Picasso's work during this period. Edition and Markings:The "Ramie 542" refers to its catalog number within the series of ceramics Picasso created at the Madoura workshop. These pieces are often marked with the Madoura Plein Feu stamp, and many include Picasso's signature or other identifying marks.Editions were usually produced in limited quantities, making them highly collectible. Historical Context:Picasso's collaboration with the Madoura workshop began in 1946 and lasted until the 1970s. His ceramic works during this time allowed him to experiment with new forms and techniques, leading to a significant body of work that blends functional art with high artistic expression.Significance:Artistic Value: The Wood Owl demonstrates Picasso's mastery in transforming simple ceramic forms into expressive works of art. It combines utility with aesthetic beauty, reflecting his unique vision.Collectibility: Original pieces from the Madoura series are highly sought after by collectors and art enthusiasts. The Wood Owl, with its distinct design and limited production, holds considerable value in the art market. We are located in the USA. When you buy from a foreign seller on eBay, you have to consider the problems of getting the piece through Customs. There are often delays and considerable fees to pay in order to import the item. When purchasing from us, we ship the same day and you receive it via FedEx the next day, no problems or hassles. When you purchase from an auction house, you pay a buyer’s premium of anywhere from 23% to 28% over the “hammer price”. So when you “win” an auction for $20,000, the actual price paid is more like $25,000. By contrast, when purchasing from us, the price agreed to is the price paid by the buyer, no hidden fees. When you purchase from an auction house, you pay the packing and shipping fees, which are usually exorbitant. By contrast, when purchasing from us, the price includes packing and shipping. When you purchase from an auction house, the sale is final. If you receive the piece and are not 100% satisfied with it, there is nothing you can do about it. You are stuck with it. By contrast, when purchasing from us, the buyer can determine if they want to keep it. If not, the buyer returns to piece to us for full refund, and we pay the shipping both ways! The prices of Picasso Madoura Ceramics have been on fire lately (no pun intended). The major auction houses – Sotheby’s, Christie’s and Phillips – have now been regularly holding Picasso Madoura Ceramic auctions. Pieces that sold for $4,000 fifteen years ago are going for $16,000 and more now. Pablo Picasso is without doubt the most widely collected artists of the 20th century. Picasso produced ceramic plates, vases and bowls in the Madoura studio in France. The studio was owned by Georges Ramie, who catalogued all of the artwork that Picasso produced during that time. Each plate, vase and bowl is assigned a unique number according to the number in the Ramie catalogue.
Price: 52000 USD
Location: Hampton, Virginia
End Time: 2024-08-31T04:22:12.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Bird Species: Owl
Animal Class: Bird
