{"product_id":"ap_24515","title":"Buste de femme d'après Cranach le jeune 1958","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"560\"\u003eCreated in 1958, \u003cem data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"208\"\u003eBuste de femme d’après Cranach le Jeune\u003c\/em\u003e marks the opening plate of a significant series of linocuts by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003ePablo Picasso\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, published by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCercle d'Art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. This work reveals Picasso’s deep engagement with art history, reinterpreting the refined portrait tradition of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eLucas Cranach the Younger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e through the bold language of modern printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"921\"\u003eThe composition presents a richly adorned female figure seated frontally, her hands delicately positioned in her lap. At once regal and enigmatic, she evokes the courtly elegance of Renaissance portraiture. Yet Picasso transforms this historical reference through stylization and expressive distortion, infusing the image with a distinctly modern sensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003eThe face is central to the composition, constructed with sharp, graphic lines and divided planes. The features—wide eyes, elongated nose, and symmetrical structure—suggest both mask and portrait. The red accents on the cheeks introduce a vivid emotional note, contrasting with the otherwise controlled and ornamental design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1599\"\u003eOne of the most striking elements is the elaborate costume. Layers of necklaces, embroidered textures, and patterned sleeves are rendered through intricate carving, creating a dense visual tapestry. These decorative details recall Cranach’s fascination with costume and status, while simultaneously showcasing Picasso’s mastery of the linocut medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1916\"\u003eColor plays a crucial role in this work. Unlike many of the more restrained prints in the series, this composition employs a richer palette—deep blacks, warm reds, and touches of gold and blue. The interplay of these hues enhances the sense of opulence, while also emphasizing the flat, graphic nature of the print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"2185\"\u003eThe background, partially dark and partially textured, frames the figure and heightens her presence. The contrast between the dense black areas and the finely worked surfaces of the figure creates a dynamic tension, drawing the viewer’s attention to the central form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2187\" data-end=\"2466\"\u003eTechnically, this linocut demonstrates Picasso’s innovative approach to printmaking. By layering colors and carving with precision, he achieves both complexity and clarity. The visible marks of the cutting process—lines, grooves, and textures—add depth and vitality to the image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2817\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAs the first plate in the series, \u003cem data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2543\"\u003eBuste de femme d’après Cranach le Jeune\u003c\/em\u003e sets the tone for Picasso’s exploration of tradition and transformation. It bridges past and present, combining Renaissance elegance with modern abstraction, and stands as a powerful testament to his ability to reinvent historical forms through his own unmistakable vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinocut\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbstract\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePl. 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood condition\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Picasso Pablo","offers":[{"title":"32 x 38 \/ A","offer_id":53552856564039,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/9275\/3081\/files\/AP_24515Insta2.jpg?v=1775834185","url":"https:\/\/galerie-1881.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/ap_24515","provider":"Galerie 1881","version":"1.0","type":"link"}