Pablo Picasso Spanish 1881-1973 Oil on Canvas

Updated September 23, 2026

Title: Cubist Portrait of a Seated Woman in a Wide-Brimmed Hat Technique: Oil on canvas Measures: 20 x 16 inches Year: Circa mid-20th century Condition: Good. The painting presents vivid coloration, expressive brushwork, and strong visual clarity. Minor surface wear and age-related imperfections may be present. Presented in a decorative wood frame. An inscription appears in the upper-right portion of the composition.Provenance: Private collection of William Shelby. Acquired directly from a private European seller. It remained in Shelby’s possession for several years as part of a larger collection focused on modernist and Cubist-influenced works. This ownership history was reported by the consignor; supporting records have not been independently verified.Visual Description: A boldly constructed portrait depicting a seated woman wearing an expansive, wide-brimmed hat. Her face and figure are fragmented into overlapping geometric planes, with multiple viewpoints compressed into a single composition. Sweeping contours and expressive passages of ivory, green, ochre, red, violet, and black define the subject against an enclosed architectural background. Her dramatically enlarged hand rests prominently in the foreground, reinforcing the composition’s distorted perspective and sculptural presence. The energetic brushwork, flattened spatial arrangement, and pronounced facial abstraction create a powerful image rooted in the visual language of twentieth-century Cubism.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.

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