Femme au Chapeau (Portrait of Marie-Thérèse Walter)
Limited edition lithographic print (after an original oil painting) • Pablo Picasso (after); published as part of the 'Collection Domaine Picasso' (Picasso Estate).
Style & Movement
Late Cubism / Surrealism, specifically from Picasso's period of distorted figurative portraiture in the late 1930s.
Medium & Technique
Lithography on paper; reproduction of an original oil on canvas. The technique mimics the bold lines and color blocking of the original painting.
Creation Period
Original painting dated 1938; this estate/collection print was likely produced in the late 20th century (post-1973).
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 29 x 22 inches (image size); portrait format, matted and framed.
Subject Description
A portrait of Marie-Thérèse Walter, Picasso's long-time muse. She is depicted with a characteristic hat, wearing a striped garment. The composition employs 'simultaneous perspective,' showing the face both in profile and frontally, a hallmark of Picasso's style.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good. The image appears vibrant, though the paper shows slight rippling, which may indicate light humidity exposure or improper mounting.
Estimated Market Value
$1,200 - $2,500 USD
Auction Estimate
$800 - $1,500 USD
Provenance History
Marked 'Collection Domaine Picasso' in the plate with a hand-numbered pencil edition '109/500'. Likely sold through authorized estate galleries to private collectors.
Art Historical Significance
The original work represents Picasso's intense emotional and stylistic transition during the lead-up to WWII. This specific print is significant as a high-quality estate-authorized reproduction, making his most iconic imagery accessible to collectors outside the museum level.
Notable Features
Features the official 'Collection Domaine Picasso' stamp/signature in the plate and a hand-written edition number (109/500) in the lower-left margin, which are critical for authenticating estate-authorized prints.
Condition Issues
Visible rippling of the paper ('cockling') beneath the matting. Possible light fading if displayed in direct UV light, though colors remain saturated in the image.
Conservation Recommendations
Should be framed with Acid-free/Archival museum matting and UV-protective glazing. Professional flattening by a paper conservator could address the rippling.