Artwork Description

Title: Toros Villavris (Limited Edition Lithograph)

Artist: Pablo Picasso (1881-1973)
Date: 1980s (Reprint of 1955 Poster)
Medium: Lithograph on Arches Paper with Embossed Signature and Authenticity Stamp
Dimensions: 27 × 33 inches (framed)
Edition: Limited to 1,500 copies
Signature: Embossed signature in the lower left
Condition Report: Good condition.
Provenance: Acquired from an art gallery auction

Description:

This limited-edition color lithograph is a reprint of Pablo Picasso's 1955 "Toros Villavris" poster, produced in the 1980s under the authorization of Johnson & Johnson, New York. The edition is limited to 1,500 pieces, each printed on handmade Arches paper, distinguished by its filigree edges and watermark. The work features an embossed Picasso signature along with the Johnson & Johnson authentication stamp in the lower left.

The composition is a bold and expressive depiction of a bullfight, showcasing Picasso’s mastery of dynamic line work and abstraction. His fascination with Spanish culture and the spectacle of the corrida (bullfight) is evident, embodying his characteristic gestural style and vibrant energy.

This piece is double-matted, framed under glass, and housed in an ornate frame, making it ready for display. With its strong provenance and excellent condition, it serves as a highly collectible and decorative work for admirers of Picasso’s legacy and the art of lithography.