Title: The Madonna

Artist: Pablo Ruiz Picasso (1881-1973)

Date: November 21, 1944

Medium: Mixed Media on Paper

Dimensions: Frame: 41 x 31 cm (16.1 x 12.2 in)

Condition Report:The piece is in overall good condition, with minor wear consistent with age and handling.

Description:
The Madonna is a rare mixed media work by Pablo Picasso, signed and dated 21-11-44. Created during the later years of World War II, this piece reflects Picasso's evolving artistic expression, combining elements of Cubism and religious iconography. The composition features a striking interpretation of the Madonna, rendered with Picasso’s signature fluidity and bold, expressive lines.

Adding to its provenance, a handwritten label affixed to the verso in Spanish states:
"Gifted by Doc Picasso to my father in 1944. Jose Hernandes."

This inscription suggests a personal connection between the artist and the recipient, enhancing the artwork’s historical significance.

Signature: Signed and dated Picasso 21-11-44 in the lower portion of the artwork.

Framing: Framed under glass, maintaining its original presentation.

About the Artist:
Pablo Picasso, one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, revolutionized modern art through his pioneering contributions to Cubism, Surrealism, and abstract expressionism. His works span a vast range of mediums, including painting, sculpture, printmaking, and ceramics. During the 1940s, Picasso’s art reflected both the turmoil of war and his personal explorations of form and symbolism.