Femme Au Chapeau Appraisal

Pablo Picasso, 'Femme au Chapeau' (Woman in a Hat) Limited Edition Lithograph

This item is a framed limited edition lithographic print of Pablo Picasso's 'Femme au Chapeau' (Woman in a Hat), originally painted in 1939. The artwork features a classic cubist portrait of a woman, characterized by distorted facial features, bold black outlines, and a distinct palette of muted purples, pale pinks, and soft blues. The subject wears an ornate grey and white patterned hat adorned with blue leaves. The print is housed behind glass in a decorative black wooden frame with a 'rope' or 'beaded' relief pattern on the inner edge. According to the user context provided, this specific print is numbered 398 out of a limited edition of 5000. Text is visible at the bottom center margin, likely providing the title, copyright information, and publication details consistent with high-quality estate-approved or museum editions. The composition utilizes a flat, graphic style typical of Picasso's later cubist experiments. The condition appears to be excellent, as it is professionally matted and framed, showing no visible signs of foxing, fading, or moisture damage to the paper. The frame itself shows minor dust but no significant chips or structural damage. This piece represents a high-volume decorative art edition, often produced to make iconic works accessible to private collectors.