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Picasso’s connection to the mysterious owl creature was more than just symbolic—the surfaces of these owl vases allowed him to explore the ceramic medium in a very painterly manner. Picasso’s approach to ceramics was known to be highly inventive, leading to him being regarded by some not only as the greatest artist of the 20th century, but the greatest and most inventive ceramicist of the time.
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No cracks or restorations detected. Tiny spots of pitting in places, particularly to the rim, from the time of firing. Minor rubbing to the tail rim with a few tiny chips. Light wear to the base with one or two associated chips.
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Lot 22Sale 13635
PABLO PICASSO (1881-1973)Chouette visage de femme (A.R. 144)Estimate: USD 6,000 - 8,000
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