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Fine art etching by Pablo Picasso, This etching is titled
Le Repos du Sculpteur, I (The Sculptor's Rest, I) by Pablo Picasso. It was created in 1933 and is part of the "Vollard Suite," a series of 100 etchings produced by Picasso between 1930 and 1937.
Key Details
Subject: The etching depicts a bearded sculptor, who represents Picasso himself, reclining and observing his nude model, who is his lover Marie-Thérèse Walter. A sculpted head of the model is also visible on a pedestal.
Context: The "Vollard Suite" explores themes of the artist and his model, mythology, and the creative process. The prints in this series are known for their neoclassical style and demonstrate Picasso's mastery of etching techniques.
Edition: The series was commissioned by art dealer Ambroise Vollard. Over 300 sets were created, but many prints were sold individually. The complete edition included 260 copies on Montval paper and a smaller number of deluxe copies on other papers. |
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