Femme Assise dans un Fauteuil (Dora Maar)
Limited edition lithograph / Estate print on paper • Pablo Picasso (after); authorized estate edition signed by 'Collection Domaine Picasso' (likely by Marina Picasso).
Style & Movement
Cubism / Surrealism; Late figurative period.
Medium & Technique
Color lithography; reproduction of an oil painting on canvas. The technique involves a mechanical or hand-pulled printing process used for high-quality estate editions.
Creation Period
Original painting dated 1941; this specific print edition likely produced between 1979-1982.
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 29 x 22 inches (image size); vertical portrait orientation.
Subject Description
A portrait of Dora Maar, Picasso's lover and muse, seated in a chair. The composition features a fragmented, multi-perspective view of the face and body, characteristic of Picasso's wartime stylistic distortions. She wears a festive blue hat and sit against a vertically barred chair back.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good. The print appears well-preserved within the frame, though the paper may show signs of light aging or minor undulation near the top edge.
Estimated Market Value
$1,500 - $3,500 USD (depending on the specific edition number and type of signature).
Auction Estimate
$1,200 - $2,500 USD.
Provenance History
Likely part of the 'Marina Picasso Collection' produced after the artist's death in 1973. Often sold through reputable galleries specializing in 20th-century prints or estate editions.
Art Historical Significance
Representing one of the most iconic muses of Picasso's career, this image captures the psychological tension of the WWII period. While a reproduction print, it remains a highly collectible record of his cubist-surrealist exploration of the human form.
Notable Features
Features the 'Collection Domaine Picasso' signature stamp/hand-signature in the lower right and a limited edition number (e.g., 47/500) in the lower left. The framing is modern with a multi-layered mat.
Condition Issues
Potential for minor light-bleaching or acid burn from non-archival matting; slight rippling of the paper visible near the top mat window.
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure the use of UV-protective glass and acid-free archival matting. Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent fading of the blue and yellow pigments.