Pablo Picasso Ceramics: Values & How to Sell

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Pablo Picasso’s Pottery Career

Pablo Picasso began creating ceramic works later in his career, shortly after WWII, so that his work could be obtainable by more people. He found the craft relaxing compared to laborious and taxing painting. These ceramic pieces were crafted at Madoura Pottery in the South of France and the first items he began creating were modest and practical items, such as plates, bowls and pitchers.

Here Are Some Pablo Picasso Ceramic Items We’ve Sold:

“Le Dejeuner Sur L’herbe” No. 517 Plaque — Sold for $55,125

Unmistakably Pablo Picasso terre de faience (earthenware) plaque ”Le Dejeuner Sur L’herbe” (”Lunch on the Grass”) created at the famed Madoura pottery studio in the south of France, where Picasso collaborated the last 25 years of his life. Painted 24” x 20” plaque is Picasso’s own artist proof, apart from the very limited edition of 50 made by Picasso in his quintessential style in 1964. Inscribed ”Edition Editeur”, with both the Empreinte Originale de Picasso and Madoura stamps. Measures 24” x 20”. In very good plus condition with a few minute chips along verso of right edge. Number 517 in Alan Ramie’s ”Picasso, Catalogue of the Edited Ceramic Works, 1947-1971”. Sold for $55,125.

“Tete au Masque”, Number 362 Plate — Sold for $26,600

Pablo Picasso terre de faience (earthenware) plate, “Tete au Masque” created at Madoura pottery studio, where Picasso often crafted playful pieces such as this one. Painted and glazed plate was created in 1956, numbered 18/200, with both the Empreinte Originale de Picasso and Madoura stamps. Measures 12.25″ in diameter. In very good condition with some craqueleure in the black painted areas, and sticker to underside. Number 362 in Alan Ramie’s “Picasso, Catalogue of the Edited Ceramic Works, 1947-1971”. Sold for $26,600.

Visage 197 Alain Ramié 494 Plate — Sold for $13,500

Pablo Picasso Terre de faience (earthenware) plate, “Visage no. 197” created at Madoura pottery studio in the south of France. Plate glazed in colors was created in 1963, numbered 443/500 and inscribed “No. 197 / Edition / Picasso / 443/500 / Madoura”. Measures 9.75″ in diameter. In very good plus condition with a few very small, nearly imperceptible scratches to the glaze. Sold for $13,500.

“Figure de Proue”, Number 136 Vase — Sold for $8,925

Pablo Picasso terre de faience (earthenware) vase, ”Figure de Proue”, created at Madoura pottery studio in France. Painted vase was one of the earlier Madoura pieces from 1952, numbered 259/300 incised with ”Edition Picasso” and ”Madoura”, and with Edition Picasso and Madoura stamps. Measures 8.875” tall. In very good condition, with some light surface soiling and a few small chips to underside. Hairline firing crack at rear join of handle is inherent to production. Number 136 in Alan Ramie’s ”Picasso, Catalogue of the Edited Ceramic Works, 1947-1971”. Sold for $8,925.

“Sujet Colombe” Vase — Sold for $8,925

Pablo Picasso Terre de faience (earthenware) vase, “Sujet Colombe”. This dove-inspired vase was created at Madoura pottery studio, where Picasso spent the last 25 years of his life. Colored in deep blues and black, vase was created in 1959, numbered 46/100 and inscribed “Edition / Picasso / 46/100″, with Picasso and Madoura stamps. Measures 6.75” tall. Professional and invisible restoration at tail, overall very good condition. In literature: Alan Ramie 433. Sold for $8,925.

“Hibou”, Number 253 Owl Pitcher — Sold for $8,400

Pablo Picasso terre de faience (earthenware) pitcher ”Hibou” created at Madoura pottery studio. Painted and glazed pitcher was created in 1954 in an edition of 500. Inscribed ”Edition Picasso” and ”Madoura”, also with both the Edition Picasso and Madoura stamps. Measures 9.625” tall. In very good plus condition with four areas of adhesive staining, confined to underside. Number 253 in Alan Ramie’s ”Picasso, Catalogue of the Edited Ceramic Works, 1947-1971”. Sold for $8,400.

“La Pique”, Number 103 Plate — Sold for $8,400

Pablo Picasso terre de faience (earthenware) plate, ”La Pique” crafted at Madoura pottery studio. Painted and glazed plate was created in 1950, one of the earlier pieces from Madoura, created in a small edition of 150, with painting by the master that is unmistakably Picasso. Plate is numbered 144/150 on underside, and with both the Empreinte Originale de Picasso and Madoura stamps. Measures 15.25” in diameter. In very good condition with a few small areas of surface soiling. Also some crazing in the glaze and three stilt marks on underside, both inherent to production. Number 103 in Alan Ramie’s ”Picasso, Catalogue of the Edited Ceramic Works, 1947-1971”. Sold for $8,400.

“Pichet Yan”, Number 140 Pitcher — Sold for $7,875

Pablo Picasso terre de faience (earthenware) pitcher ”Pichet Yan” created at Madoura pottery studio. Painted pitcher in Picasso’s unmistakable style was created in 1952 in an edition of 400. Inscribed ”Edition Picasso” and with both the Edition Picasso and Madoura stamps. Measures 10.25” tall. In very good condition with a few small scuff marks and a tiny spot of surface soiling inside spout. Number 140 in Alan Ramie’s ”Picasso, Catalogue of the Edited Ceramic Works, 1947-1971”. Sold for $7,875.

“Yan Barbu”, Number 513 Pitcher — Sold for $7,350

Pablo Picasso terre de faience (earthenware) pitcher ”Yan Barbu” crafted at the Madoura pottery studio. Painted pitcher in Picasso’s unmistakable style was created in 1963 in an edition of 300, numbered 109/300. Incised ”Edition Picasso”, also with both the Edition Picasso and Madoura stamps. Measures 10.375” tall. In very good condition with a nearly imperceptible chip on outside edge of foot. Number 513 in Alan Ramie’s ”Picasso, Catalogue of the Edited Ceramic Works, 1947-1971”. Sold for $7,350.

“Centaure et Visage”, Number 188 Pitcher — Sold for $7,350

Pablo Picasso terre de faience (earthenware) pitcher ”Centaure et Visage” crafted at the famous Madoura pottery studio where Picasso spend the last decades of his life. Painted and partially glazed pitcher was created in 1953 in a small edition of 125, numbered 73/125. Also with workshop numbering. Incised ”Edition Picasso” and ”Madoura”, also with both the Edition Picasso and Madoura stamps. Measures 10.5” tall. In very good condition with very small areas of paint loss around spout and some wear to underside. Number 188 in Alan Ramie’s ”Picasso, Catalogue of the Edited Ceramic Works, 1947-1971”.  Sold for $7,350.

“Paysage”, Number 205 Ceramic Plate — Sold for $6,825

Pablo Picasso terre de faience (earthenware) plate, ”Paysage” created at Madoura pottery studio. Painted and glazed plate was created in 1953, one of the earlier pieces from Madoura, created in a small edition of 100. Inscribed ”Edition Picasso”, with both the Empreinte Originale de Picasso and Madoura stamps. Measures 16.5” in diameter. In very good condition with small chip and slight wear along rim, and some wear to foot of underside. Also some crazing in the glaze, inherent to production. Number 205 in Alan Ramie’s ”Picasso, Catalogue of the Edited Ceramic Works, 1947-1971”. Sold for $6,825.

“Petit Visage Solaire”, Number 552 Plaque — Sold for $4,000

Pablo Picasso terre de faience (earthenware) plaque ”Petit Visage Solaire” created at Madoura pottery studio. Painted and partially glazed plaque in Picasso’s unmistakable style was created in 1968 in a small edition of 100, numbered 24/100. Also with the workshop numbering and with both the Empreinte Originale de Picasso and Madoura stamps. Measures 6.625” x 6.5”. In very good plus condition with some wear on verso. A short firing crack is inherent to production. Number 552 in Alan Ramie’s ”Picasso, Catalogue of the Edited Ceramic Works, 1947-1971”. Sold for $4,000.

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FAQs

What ceramic items did Pablo Picasso create the most of?
Picasso created a wide range of ceramic items, but some of his most famous designs include face plates, owl-themed items, and plates featuring bulls and matadors.

How much is an original Pablo Picasso ceramic worth?
The value of a Picasso ceramic depends on condition, subject matter and provenance.

How do I consign or sell my Pablo Picasso ceramic?
It’s never been easier to sell your Pablo Picasso ceramic at Nate D. Sanders Auctions. Email a description and images of your item to [email protected] and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can with a free appraisal.