Pablo Picasso Oil on Canvas

Updated September 1, 2026

Title: Portrait of a Man with Ruff Collar Technique: Oil on canvas Measures: 21 x 19 inches (53.3 x 48.3 cm) Year: Circa early-to-mid 20th century Modernist period Condition: Good condition. The painted surface presents rich tonal variation, visible brushwork, and pronounced linear definition throughout. Minor surface wear, handling marks, and age-related variation may be present. The canvas appears stable and display-ready, retaining its expressive character and overall presentation. Presented framed. Provenance: From a private Atlanta collection. According to family history, the painting was inherited from a relative who assembled a collection of European artworks between the 1950s and 1970s. Original acquisition documentation is unknown. The above provenance reflects the ownership history that accompanied the artwork at the time it was received for cataloging. Visual Description: This stylized portrait depicts a formally dressed male figure wearing an elaborate white ruff collar and vertically striped garment. His elongated face combines frontal and profile viewpoints, with a single prominent eye, angular nose, curled mustache, and dark sculptural hair. Repeated diamond-shaped motifs animate the deep brown background, while muted passages of burgundy, green, ochre, gray, and cream define the figure. The distorted anatomy, compressed space, and multiple perspectives give the composition a distinctly Cubist character. Bears an inscription reading “Picasso” near the lower left.This composition reflects stylistic elements commonly associated with major figures in modern and contemporary art. For additional information regarding certification, provenance, or any inquiries about this piece or other items, please don't hesitate to contact us through the HiBid platform. A secondary market exists for uncatalogued artworks like this one, which often results in lower estimated and sale prices compared to catalogued artist works. If you have any specific questions or require further assistance in understanding the value, context, or details of this artwork, we are here to help and provide any additional information you may need. price point than authenticated works by that artist, which may command significantly higher prices in the established fine-art market. Offered “in the style of” the named artist, the work should be appreciated and valued on its own merits as a hand-created piece inspired by an important artistic tradition. It provides an accessible way to acquire a visually compelling artwork reflecting the aesthetic qualities associated with a celebrated artist without the price expectations attached to an authenticated work.

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