Pablo Picasso Signed Lithograph “Fait À L’Envers, 4.10.59” From Toros Y Toreros, 1961

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Presenting an expressive mid-century lithograph by the legendary Pablo Picasso, dated October 4, 1959, and published in 1961 as part … Read more Presenting an expressive mid-century lithograph by the legendary Pablo Picasso, dated October 4, 1959, and published in 1961 as part of his renowned "Toros y Toreros" series. Titled "Fait à l’envers" (“Made in Reverse”), the artwork features abstract facial profiles rendered in bold black lines. The faces are juxtaposed in a surreal arrangement, reflecting Picasso's continuous experimentation with form and perspective.

The composition is further enriched with handwritten annotations, including the date, the phrase “fait à l’envers,” and the artist's characteristic signature. The minimalist yet evocative line work speaks to Picasso’s mastery in capturing emotion and movement with simplicity. The "Toros y Toreros" series embodies his fascination with the Spanish bullfight and its associated characters, rendered with raw spontaneity and interpretive freedom. Produced by the famous Mourlot studios in Paris and published by Cercle d’Art, this edition is a testament to Picasso’s exploration of abstraction and expressive minimalism during his later years.

Item Specifications:
Artist: Pablo Picasso (1881–1973)
Medium: Lithograph
Publication: Toros y Toreros (Printed by Mourlot, Paris)
Date: 1961 (Original drawing 1959)
Dimensions: 27 cm x 37 cm (Approximately 10.6 inches x 14.6 inches)
Acquired from Proverb Auctions in France in 2025. See less