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Mark Shaw
Picasso and Skull with Bettina wearing McCardell, Wide, Looking Away, 1955

2018

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Picasso with Bettina and Skull, Wide, 1955 -- Photographed for LIFE in 1955 in his new Cannes Villa, La Californie, Picasso celebrates his fashion debut by clowning around with a skull. Top French Model, Bettina Graziani wears an outfit by American Fashion Designer Claire McCardell. The shirt's pattern is in the style of a Picasso still life. All the Picasso paintings pictured had been completed within the past few months. Image size is 32" x 48" (for 36" x 52" paper size). All Mark Shaw prints are made to order in limited editions on Hahnemuhle photo rag paper. Each print is Estate stamped on the back and signed and numbered by David Shaw, and accompanied by a letter of authenticity. Lead time is four to six weeks, but we often receive them sooner. *Please note this image is available in several sizes. Prices increase as editions sell out. Fashion photography of Picasso and Bettina. They are in his Cannes Villa, La Californie. He is sitting on a long bench, wearing brown shorts and a blue button-up. There is a skull on the floor by his feet. Next to him, is Bettina. She is wearing orange pants and an orange blouse with blue flowers. She is laughing and looking down at Picasso. They are surrounded by Picasso's work. There are paintings in the background. To the right and left, there are sculptures. The villa has white walls with white molding.
  • Creator:
    Mark Shaw (1922 - 1969, American)
  • Creation Year:
    2018
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 52 in (132.08 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)
  • More Editions & Sizes:
    32" x 48" (for 36" x 52" paper size). Edition of 30.Price: $4,800
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  • Gallery Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 474, art_picasso_model_skull1stDibs: LU3523986091
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