#10545 • Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) "Head of a Bull"

Part of Pierre Argillet & Royal Family Art Collection (timed auction by GWS Auctions)

Starting at $1.00

Status: Sold

Est. $95,000-$125,000 Pablo Picasso (Spanish; 1881-1973) "Head of a Bull" Original Copper Plate & Etching Printed by Lacouriere, Paris From the Carmen Suite W/COAs - This magnificent specimen is an original copper plate created by one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, Pablo Picasso. This plate and etching are a part of the Carmen Suite, created by Picasso while in Paris and remembering his homeland. The collection was inspired by one of the most poignant works in Spanish literature, "Carmen" by Prosper Merimee, and consisted of 42 copper plates and 38 etchings, made for an illustrated version of the book, in an extremely limited edition of only 320. The plates were made by Picasso and the etchings were printed either by Picasso, or by Roger Lacourier in Paris. This piece is titled "Head of a Bull" and was created by Picasso in 1948. The original etching was printed on wove paper by Roger Lacouriere, and is from the original maquette (proof) for the book edition of 320. This is a stunning piece that truly belongs in a museum, from one of Picasso's greatest collections. This is a once in a lifetime chance to own an original work by arguably one of the most influential and well known artists of all time. You will never see a piece like this again, as most people would likely never see anything more than pictures of this master's work in art books. The copper plate is annotated in the lower left "PARIS 19.11.48.I", and both will come with individual certificates of authenticity. The plate measures approx. 14" x 11", and the etching measures approx. 13" x 10". Both pieces will come framed in exhibit quality frames.