Bull Series Print Appraisal

Framed Picasso-style Silhouette Print, possibly 'Bull Series'

This item is a framed print featuring three distinct black silhouettes on a textured, light gray or off-white background. The overall presentation is a rectangular piece, framed in a simple, likely wooden, black frame with a subtle coved profile, suggesting a contemporary or modern aesthetic. The print itself contains three abstract, animal-like figures, each rendered entirely in solid black, giving them a heavy, graphic quality. The topmost figure on the left is a vertical, somewhat elongated form, reminiscent of a stylized horn or a narrow body. To its right and slightly above, there is a larger, more complex silhouette that appears to depict a bull-like creature in a dynamic, possibly falling or struggling pose, with visible horns and limbs. Below these two figures, stretched horizontally across the bottom, is a third, slender silhouette with a tapered body and what appears to be a head with protruding elements, perhaps representing a matador or another abstract form. The background texture, visible beneath the silhouettes, suggests a canvas-like surface or a specialty paper with a fine granular finish. Notably, in the lower left quadrant, the signature 'Picasso' is visible in a flowing, handwritten script, rendered in black ink, indicating a potential connection to the renowned artist Pablo Picasso or a copy referencing his style, particularly his 'Bull Series' which explored the progressive abstraction of a bull's form. The print is contained within a black frame, which appears to be in good condition with minor signs of handling or dust, as visible in the corners and edges. The print itself shows some minor speckling or discoloration across the light background, which could be attributed to age, environmental exposure, or part of the print's intentional design. The craftmanship of the print is simple yet impactful, relying on strong contrasts and iconic shapes. Given the visual style and signature, it's likely a reproductive print from the mid to late 20th century, possibly an authorized or unauthorized reproduction of a Picasso work.