
Tête (recto); Tête (verso)
This double-sided work showcases Picasso's explorations of the human head across two different media and techniques. The recto features a gestural head rendered in wax crayon, while the verso employs pen, ink, and wash to create a more linear interpretation of a similar subject. Together, these studies demonstrate Picasso's fluid approach to portraiture and his interest in capturing form through varied artistic processes.
- Medium
- wax crayon on paper (recto); pen and ink and wash on paper (verso)
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Sotheby's
🔨 Auction Lot
Modern & Contemporary Evening Auction
March 4, 2025
Estimate: $350,000 – $450,000
Lot 9
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