Pablo Picasso (Spanish 1881–1973) Oil on Canvas

Updated August 7, 2026

Title Reclining Woman by the Sea Medium Oil on Canvas Dimensions 20 × 16 inches Date Mid-20th Century Condition Good overall condition. The painting displays stable paint layers with vibrant colors and expressive brushwork. Minor age-related wear consistent with handling and display. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description. Provenance Private Collection, United States. Description A vibrant Cubist-inspired composition depicting a reclining female figure resting beside the sea. The work combines bold contour lines, expressive distortions of anatomy, and a vivid palette of blues, greens, pinks, and ochres. In the distance, a small island and expansive sky provide a tranquil backdrop that contrasts with the dynamic treatment of the figure. The painting captures the playful balance between abstraction and representation characteristic of twentieth-century modernism. Attributed to Pablo Picasso (1881–1973), this work reflects many of the stylistic characteristics associated with the artist, including fragmented facial features, sculptural simplification of form, bold linear definition, and expressive color relationships. The composition demonstrates the inventive visual language and Mediterranean themes that became hallmarks of Picasso's mature artistic practice.Condition Report:This artwork is offered as attributed to the artist referenced in the title. An attribution represents an opinion or belief regarding the possible authorship of the work, but it does not constitute a guarantee or certification of authenticity. This artwork is not catalogued, and no representation is made that it has been accepted by the artist's catalogue raisonné, estate, foundation, or any recognized authentication authority. Any provenance information provided with this lot is offered for informational purposes only and should not be considered a certificate of authenticity or definitive proof of authorship. In some cases, provenance information may be limited or unavailable. For additional information regarding this lot, including any available provenance details, condition, or questions about this or other artworks, please contact us through the HiBid platform. We encourage all bidders to carefully review the complete description, photographs, and terms of sale before placing a bid. Works offered as attributed, particularly those that are uncatalogued, may trade on the secondary market at values that differ significantly from works that have been fully authenticated, catalogued, or accepted by the appropriate authentication authorities.

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