254 - PICASSO, PABLO RUIZ (1881–1973)

PICASSO, PABLO RUIZ (1881–1973) Black ink on the original title page of the first edition of *Picasso. Dessins* (Éditions des Deux Mondes, Paris; preface by Jean Bouret). Signed and inscribed at the top. The sheet features a handwritten dedication to Maurice Malingue, the signature “Picasso,” and an original drawing depicting a stylized face executed with a continuous line, a technique characteristic of the artist. The entire piece is done in black ink on the printed inside cover of the publication. Maurice Malingue (1900–1978), a French art historian, editor, and dealer, maintained close ties with Parisian artistic circles in the mid-20th century and with Pablo Picasso’s professional circle. 20.5 x 15.5 cm.