Femme au corsage fleuri (after Les Femmes d'Alger)
Lithograph (likely a high-quality reproduction after the original drawing) • Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881–1973)
Style & Movement
Cubist/Modernist, late career exploration of Old Masters
Medium & Technique
Lithography/Print on paper after an original composition in brush and India ink with colored crayons
Creation Period
Original composition dated January 21, 1955 (VII)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated sheet size 40 x 30 cm; Portrait orientation
Subject Description
A seated woman in a colorful, patterned bodice, part of the 'Les Femmes d’Alger' (Women of Algiers) series, inspired by Delacroix. The composition features a cross-legged figure with a fragmented face and decorative rhythmic line work.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; visible mild yellowing of the paper support and possible fading of colors due to UV exposure
Estimated Market Value
$500 – $2,500 (assumed as a limited edition lithograph or high-quality after-print)
Auction Estimate
$800 – $1,500
Provenance History
Unknown; requires inspection of reverse for gallery labels or edition numbering to distinguish between a lithograph and a poster
Art Historical Significance
Represents Picasso's 1954-55 obsession with Delacroix's 'Femmes d'Alger,' marking a pivotal moment where he reinterpreted classical Orientalist themes through a modern Cubist lens.
Notable Features
Signature and date '21.1.55 VII' reproduced in the plate; vibrant crayon-like textures and iconic fragmented profile common to Picasso's mid-century portraits.
Condition Issues
Slight acid burn from non-archival mounting, possible light-toning and minor foxing typical of mid-20th century paper
Conservation Recommendations
Professional reframing using acid-free matting and UV-protective Museum Glass; avoid direct sunlight exposure