This powerful and iconic mid-century lithograph by master modernist Pablo Picasso represents one of his most celebrated symbols of global harmony, The Face of Peace (Visage de Paix). Executed with brilliant simplicity, the composition features a serene, stylized human face interlocked with a flying dove carrying a laurel wreath crown. Picasso’s mastery of line is on full display here; using a single, continuous graphic sensibility, the bold black lithographic ink strokes merge the bird and the human figure into a unified emblem of hope and tranquility. The minimalist, stark contrast between the fluid black lines and the clean, expansive light background creates an immediate, impactful visual presence that remains a cornerstone of 20th-century political and pacifist art history.

The graphic work shows sharp line definition and deep, solid ink consistency on fine art paper. It features Picasso's printed date and series notation "5.12.50. VIII" in the upper left corner, indicating the exact date of the original drawing's creation during his prolific post-war peace movement era. The piece is presented in an elegant gallery framing package, displayed with a clean white border under glass and housed within a bright, premium vintage gilt wood frame featuring a repeating gadrooned or wavy scalloped relief pattern along its profile.

Specifications

• Medium: Lithograph on Paper

• Signature/Markings: Printed date and series "5.12.50. VIII" in the upper left corner

• Dimensions: 33 x 42 inches

• Condition: Excellent condition. The print is exceptionally well-preserved with sharp, bold black ink and a bright, clean paper substrate free of foxing, toning, or fading. The protective glass is clean and clear. The decorative gilt frame is structurally sound, showing negligible surface wear and maintaining a bright, uniform golden luster.

• Framing: Framed under glass in a gadrooned vintage gilt wood frame

Pablo Picasso Spanish artist Face of Peace Visage de Paix original lithograph print dove laurel wreath pacifist political art modernist cubist mid century modern minimalist line drawing black and white vintage framed art gallery.