Pablo Picasso, 'Couple At Cafe'
Pablo Picasso (After)
Artwork Details
Artwork Description
Pablo Picasso (After) – "Couple at Café," Limited Edition Serigraph
Artist: Pablo Picasso (After)
Title: Couple at Café
Medium: Serigraph on thick quality archival paper
Dimensions: 26 x 80 inches
Edition: Numbered from an edition of 500
Signature: Estate signed
Condition: Good
Frame: Unframed
This striking serigraph captures the melancholic essence of Picasso's Blue Period, depicting a couple seated at a café table. The figures possess an enigmatic presence, their gaunt expressions and elongated forms reflecting the somber, introspective themes characteristic of Picasso’s work during this era. The piece showcases expressive brushwork and a subtle distortion of form, hinting at Picasso’s early experimentation with abstraction while maintaining a strong connection to his subjects. The spectral, almost cadaverous quality of the figures, combined with the subdued tonal palette, conveys a deep emotional resonance—hallmarks of Picasso’s Blue Period masterpieces.
About the Artist:
Pablo Picasso (1881–1973) was one of the most revolutionary artists of the 20th century, shaping the course of modern art through his development of Cubism, Surrealism, and countless other artistic innovations. His Blue Period (1901–1904) is characterized by moody, melancholic compositions dominated by cool, desaturated tones, often depicting themes of poverty, loneliness, and introspection. Picasso’s relentless creative evolution and ability to translate human emotion onto canvas solidified his status as one of the greatest artists of all time.
This limited-edition serigraph offers a captivating glimpse into one of the most poignant phases of Picasso’s career, making it a compelling piece for collectors and admirers of his work.