This striking black-and-white lithograph captures an intimate and quintessential thematic element of Pablo Picasso's later oeuvre: the profound relationship between the artist and his model. Executed with dramatic ink washes and bold, fluid brushstrokes, the composition positions the intensely focused painter on the left, working diligently at his easel, while his classicized model sits in profile on the right, serving as both muse and subject. The image is rich with texture, showing a masterful control of tonal contrast from deep, velvety blacks to stark whites, emphasizing the creative tension and psychological depth within the studio. The print includes Picasso’s in-plate dated notations from Vallauris ("le 27.11.53" and "17.12.53") in the upper left corner and features his signature in the lower right margin. Housed in an ornate, heavily carved giltwood frame with a crisp cream mat and a gold inner fillet, this piece exemplifies the expressive spontaneity and linear genius of Picasso’s mid-century graphic works.

Frame Size: 22 x 26 inches

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