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Pablo Picasso, Bust of a woman, 1953

SKU:  194905

Pablo Picasso, Bust of a woman, 1953

€47,00 EUR
€47,00 EUR
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Pablo Picasso’s Bust of a Woman (1953) is a compelling example of his post-war artistic evolution, showcasing his continued exploration of Cubism, abstraction, and emotional depth. During the 1950s, Picasso was experimenting with distorted forms and expressive features, reflecting both his personal experiences and the broader artistic shifts of the time.

The subject of Bust of a Woman is depicted with fragmented facial features, bold lines, and exaggerated proportions, a hallmark of Picasso’s later portraiture. The face is often shown from multiple angles simultaneously, challenging conventional representation and emphasizing psychological complexity. The use of asymmetry and deformation suggests movement and emotion, drawing attention to the sitter’s inner life rather than external beauty.

This work is believed to be inspired by Picasso’s muse and romantic partner at the time, Jacqueline Roque, whom he met in 1952. Jacqueline would go on to become one of the most frequently depicted women in his later works, often characterized by elongated features and serene expressions.

In Bust of a Woman, Picasso employs strong, contrasting colors and dynamic brushstrokes, creating a sense of depth and energy. The interplay of sharp geometric forms with softer, organic curves enhances the tension within the composition. Picasso’s use of Cubist deconstruction in this portrait reflects his lifelong pursuit of redefining how the human form is represented in art.

This work is part of Picasso’s broader exploration of female portraiture, identity, and emotional expression. Bust of a Woman (1953) remains a testament to his ability to capture both physical form and psychological intensity, solidifying his influence on modern art and abstraction well into the 20th century.

Materials

Cotton canvas, matte photo paper, fine art paper, pigmented inks.

  • The canvas it's 99 % cotton, 450 gr/sqm;
  • The matte photo paper it's acid-free (archival paper), 190 gr/sqm;
  • The fine art photo paper it's satinated (semi-glossy), 140 gr/sqm.

Shipping & Returns

Dispatching time: 1-2 days.

* AirMail option: The orders will be sent by priority registered mail, usually via client National Post (USPS, Canada Post, Royal Mail, LaPoste, Deutsche Post, PostNL, etc). The delivery times are not guaranteed, sometimes it will take longer and these are beyond our control. Tracking number will be provided. Clients from US and Canada cannot track the parcels as the tracking numbers are not rolled in USPS and Canada Post systems.

* UPS standard: The orders will be sent with UPS expedited option. The delivery time it's between 5-11 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

* UPS express: : The orders will be sent with UPS express saver. The delivery time it's between 4-7 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

Framing tips

Both type of materials, paper and canvas prints come rolled and will be need to be taken to your local framers.

The image it's printed with a border of 0.6 " (1.5 cm), for framing purposes only.

If you have already a frame, be sure you send us the exact size of the print that will fit inside the frame. We're printing on vectorial plotters so the size could slightly be more or less with 0.4" (1 cm).

If you plan to have the canvas print stretched on wooden frame, you'll need additional border, so please let us know after placing the order.

The images above was cropped from the image at the biggest size available (keeping the best quality and aspect /ratio), so, for good details please choose biggest dimensions that will suit your preferences / space.

Care Instructions

The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.

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