PABLO PICASSO (1881-1973) & ATELIER MADOURA Femmes fleurs, model created in [1948], our proof numbered 40/175 Turned pitcher. Authentic replica from a limited edition of one hundred and seventy-five; all numbered and made at Madoura. Proof in white earthenware; underglaze brush decoration with engobes and oxides; patina; pink, red, black, blue. Embossed with Édition PICASSO and Madoura Plein Feu, the black slip cartouche with the engraved words Édition PICASSO - 40/175 - R 172 on the reverse. Height: 34cm Bibliography: Picasso, catalog de l'Œuvre céramique édité 1947-1971 - Alain Ramié, éditions Madoura, 1988. Identical model reproduced on page 41 under reference 50.

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