Pablo Picasso Woman with Hat Oil on Canvas

Updated September 1, 2026

Title: Woman in a Decorated Hat Technique: Oil on canvas Measures: 20 x 16 inches (50.8 x 40.6 cm) Year: Circa mid-20th century Modernist period Condition: Good condition. The painted surface presents strong coloration, visible brushwork, and clearly defined linear elements throughout. Minor surface wear, tonal variation, and handling marks consistent with age may be present. The canvas appears stable and display-ready, retaining its bold figural composition and overall presentation. Presented framed. Provenance: From a private Belgian collection. The work was retained in private hands before entering the present consignment. Information concerning its original acquisition and earlier ownership was not supplied. The above provenance reflects the ownership history that accompanied the artwork at the time it was received for cataloging. Visual Description: This vivid portrait depicts a seated woman wearing an elaborate teal hat decorated with red, green, and gold floral motifs. Her face is constructed through overlapping frontal and profile perspectives, with asymmetrical eyes, divided tonal passages, and strongly outlined features. Long green and yellow hair falls across one side of the composition, while dark brown hair frames the opposite side. The striped garment and background passages of pink, yellow, gray, and orange create a lively rhythmic setting. The fragmented facial structure, compressed space, and multiple viewpoints give the composition a distinctly Cubist character. Bears an inscription reading “Picasso” near the upper 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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