Vintage Ceramic Print "Kentaurs"

Vintage Ceramic Print "Kentaurs"Colour plate prints of ceramics by Pablo Picasso. Each of these prints are cut to the shape of the ceramic and have a glossy finish that mimic the experience of looking at the coloured glazes. The prints are lightly mounted on vellum leaves illustrated by Picasso. These playful prints look great as solitaries or in groups of two or more. The portfolio was authored by Suzanne and Georges Rami, published by Albert Skira Geneva Paris and printed in

Colour-plate prints of ceramics by Pablo Picasso. Each of these prints are cut to the shape of the ceramic and have a glossy finish that mimic the experience of looking at the coloured glazes. The prints are lightly mounted on vellum leaves illustrated by Picasso. These playful prints look great as solitaries or in groups of two or more. 

The portfolio was authored by Suzanne and Georges Ramié, published by Albert Skira Geneva-Paris and printed in Switzerland in 1948. Swedish edition by Galerie d'Art Latin, Stockholm. 

• Measurements: 28,5 x 38 cm
  
  
• Condition: Great condition consistent with age. The paper backgrounds are slightly yellowed and some have small stains (see images).
  
  
• Frame: solid birch frame with glass, 30 x 40 cm. The prints are mounted on off-white French cardboard paper when framed (see images 2 and 4).

Purchase with frame is optional and comes at an additional cost. To purchase framed prints, choose the alternative 'Framed print'. By just adding "Print only" it is purchased unframed. 

Picasso ceramics

On a visit to Vallauris in the summer of 1946, Picasso met Georges and Suzanne Ramié, the owners of the Madoura pottery studio. This was the start of a friendship and creative partnership with the Ramie's that would last for the remainder of Picasso’s life. The Ramiés introduced him to various techniques, and together with the artist's distinctive style, they were able to produce editions of the objects Picasso created. 

Picasso ceramics and pottery were created in a multitude of forms such as plates, pitchers, plaques, and vases. His imagery highlighted mythological and classical motifs and often included portraits, bullfighting, nature, and landscapes. Picasso ceramics and pottery were created between 1946-1948, with a few exceptions. In recent years, interest from collectors in his playful ceramics has grown significantly.