Pablo Picasso at Studio Le Fournas, Vallauris 1953.

In his studio, Le Fournas, in Vallauris, Pablo Picasso stands in a contemplative pose in 1953. Wearing a dark beret and a scarf, with his hands in his pockets, he gazes downwards, surrounded by his creations. The intimate, creative workspace is filled with artwork: a large ceramic owl rests on a radiator, while a shelf holds another sculpted owl, a decorated pitcher, and a small tile. On the floor, a painted plate and pieces featuring stylized faces are casually placed.

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Artworks:

On the ledge: "La chouette", or "Hibou", 1951-1953. Spies:403
"Femme au char triomphale et musicien", 1949. Picasso, Céramiste et la méditerranée, Gallimard, 128
On the floor "Tête de femme", 1953. Richardson.2012:282;
"Portrait de femme (Françoise)", 1950.
"Le chat", 1941. Spies:195.II;
On the heater: "La chouette" or "Hibou peint à l'engobe", 5.1.1953. RamieG:158, Spies:403

Abbreviations: see Bibliography

Keywords:

Ceramics, Hats, Music, Musicians, Sculptures

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