1948 Pablo Picasso, "Acrobates" First Edition Period Parisian Offset Lithograph

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A stunning First Edition period offset lithograph, full-color print, of painting "Acrobates" (1905) by Pablo Picasso from limited edition of … more A stunning First Edition period offset lithograph, full-color print, of painting "Acrobates" (1905) by Pablo Picasso from limited edition of XVI pieces from Picasso's Blue and Rose periods, created while the great artist was still living, published by Editions Du Chene in Paris, France in 1948. Edition N269. Signed in the print (printed) at the left top corner: "Picasso". Printed on one side. Hand tipped-in on a board of heavy paper. Information regarding the original artwork, in French, will be found by lifting the piece. Numbered "IX" in lower right corner. Fair condition - crease on the print, which won't show when the piece is matted and framed, as it's shown on two images, edge wear and tanning on the board, never framed.

Overall 10.95"W x 14.80"H
Image 8.05"W x 10.10" H

On the subject of the editor: Editions du Chêne, Paris 1941, it is an occupied Paris which witnesses the emergence, 16, place Vendôme, of the Editions du Chêne. A risky bet given that its 21-year old founder was called Maurice Kahane, an atheist Jewish man who would then adopt the name of his mother, Girodias. The Chêne specialised itself by the edition of art books and literature. The Editions du Chêne would become a branch of the Hachette group in 1951. The edition of art books would then adopt pride of place. George Herscher takes over the Hachette house with enthusiasm in 1971. less