Pablo Picasso Oil on canvas
| Lot number | 3 |
|---|---|
| Estimate | 10,000.00 - 28,000.00 USD |
| Category | Fine Art & Prints |
| Auction | Important Fine Art Auction-Modern & Contemporary |
| Date | October 18, 2026 at 4:00 pm ET |
| Auction house | International Art Auction Gallery |
| Location | Homestead, Florida |
Description
Title: Two Figures in a Cubist Composition
Technique: Oil on canvas
Measures: 21 x 16 inches (approximately 53.3 x 40.6 cm)
Year: Undated
Condition: Appears in good overall condition. The painted surface displays vibrant colors, bold outlines, and visible brushwork with variations in texture. Minor surface wear and age-related imperfections may be present. Presented in an ornate gold-toned frame with raised floral and geometric decorative detailing. Condition is described from the photographs supplied. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the condition description.
Provenance: Private collection, Chicago, Illinois; reportedly purchased privately in the early 1970s. Earlier provenance was not provided.
Visual Description: A colorful Cubist-inspired composition depicting two abstract human figures positioned closely together against a dark brown background decorated with small multicolored circular motifs. The figure on the left features an elongated face, angular blue eyes, flowing multicolored hair, and a vibrant blue garment. The figure on the right displays an exaggerated geometric face, prominent eyes, an elaborate striped headdress, and richly patterned clothing in yellow, green, red, and orange. Their overlapping forms, distorted proportions, and expressive gestures create a dynamic interplay of color and structure. Rendered in the Cubist style of Pablo Picasso, the painting emphasizes fragmented anatomy, bold contours, contrasting colors, and imaginative interpretations of the human figure.
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