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Originating from the artist’s personal 1940 "War Diary" sketchbook, "Carnet de Dessins," created while in exile in Royan, France, this piece captures the raw emotion and obsessive energy of a master working in isolation. Artwork Details Artist: Pablo Picasso Category: Limited Edition Medium: Lithograph Edition: of 1200 Portfolio: Carnet de Dessins de Picasso Signature: Unsigned Paper Size: 12" x 16" Paper Type: Papier Vélin Printer: Imprimerie Union, Paris Publisher: Éditions Cahiers d'Art, Paris, 1948 Includes COA from Gold & Silver Pawn ShopFraming included, as pictured We welcome all reasonable offers.MAKE AN OFFER Artist Biography:Pablo Picasso × Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) The Master of Metamorphosis and the Avant-Garde Widely regarded as the most influential and well-known artist of the 20th century, Picasso was a relentless innovator and adopter of new art styles. As a co-founder of Cubism, his global fame was born from fractured perspectives and autobiographical themes that reached new audiences with a never-before-seen style that simultaneously amplified his celebrity. His genius was never restrained by any particular movement His storied career began at home, followed by a formal academic education in Spain before moving to the global creative epicenter of Paris, France. Following the introspective melancholy of his retreat to Barcelona at the start of the 20th-century, as expressed in his Blue Period, Picasso returned to Paris to solidify his place at the forefront of the avant-garde for the next 70 years. With critical success came the freedom to experiment across every conceivable medium. He frequently used his formative works on paper as prototypes, or studies, for his masterpieces on canvas, making his graphic works an essential record of his creative process. Picasso's artistic achievements and celebrity status were, and forever will be, unmatched. Picasso and his Graphic Works Picasso famously viewed his printmaking as a "personal diary," a medium through which he explored the continuous metamorphosis of his creative vision. Over his seven decade career, he produced more than 2,400 works across every conceivable graphic medium. Ranging from the intricate detail of original etchings and lithographs, to the bold, vibrant textures of his linocuts. He was prolific in producing special edition releases of various themes of literature, mythology, personal experience, and homage to his artistic influences. To achieve this he often worked directly with legendary printers such as Roger Lacourière, the Atelier Crommelynck, Fernand Mourlot, and Hidalgo Arnéra, redefining what was possible through the plate and stone. Collectors that possess an original lifetime edition from Picasso own an important artifact from the artistic revolution that redefined the 20th century. Collection Links:Carnet de Dessins | Browse Picasso Portfolios | View All Pablo Picasso Artwork Shipping & Global Delivery Domestic: We provide complimentary shipping to all U.S. states and territories. International: Worldwide shipping is available. *International rates apply Contact & Support Our specialists are here to assist you with any questions regarding this listing or your order. Upon request, we will consider dedications or autographs from the "Pawn Stars" for your purchase. Email: [email protected] Phone: (702) 272-0006 We appreciate your business and look forward to helping you bring home a piece of history!
