A framed lithographic plate from the 1948 Swedish, limited edition

A framed lithographic plate from the 1948 Swedish, numbered limited edition portfolio of only 200 “Ceramiques de Picasso” by Albert Skira, framed, with the die-cut, gloss coloured lithograph of a ceramic plate with Picasso painting of a shepherd and goat. The “plate” is float mounted in natural oak box frame and glazed with UV protective art glass. There are other similar lithographs with different designs, from the same portfolio available under separate listings see photos with multiple lithographs. Albert Skira (1904–1973) was apioneering Swiss publisher and art dealer who revolutionised the quality of artbooks and colour reproduction. Founded in Lausanne in 1928, his publishing house, Skira, became a global authority on the arts and a primary collaborator for the 20th century's greatest artists. Albert Skira (1904–1973) was apioneering Swiss publisher and art dealer who revolutionised the quality of artbooks and colour reproduction. Founded in Lausanne in 1928, his publishing house, Skira, became a global authority on the arts and a primary collaborator for the 20th century's greatest artists. Albert Skira (1904–1973) was apioneering Swiss publisher and art dealer who revolutionised the quality of artbooks and colour reproduction. Founded in Lausanne in 1928, his publishing house, Skira, became a global authority on the arts and a primary collaborator for the 20th century's greatest artists. The publication was a rare art portfolio produced in Geneva and distributed by Galerie d'Art Latin in Stockholm. It was released to coincide with a Picasso ceramic exhibition held at the gallery that same year. Picasso himself designed the cover, which featured an original lithograph specifically for this edition. The text was written by Suzanne and Georges Ramié, the founders of the Madoura pottery workshop in Vallauris where Picasso created his ceramics. Date: 1948 Origin: Published in Geneva, Switzerland Dimensions: Height: 38.5 cm Width: 46.5 cm Depth: 5 cm Condition: Good orignal conditio Product Code: ART 612F Please note that delivery/shipping is not included in the price of this item. Purchases can be picked up from the showroom by appointment or we're happy to arrange delivery/shipping.

Estimate:£850

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