Lhomme Au Chapeau Print Appraisal

"L'Homme au Chapeau" (Man in a Hat) Print

This item is a framed print, likely a lithograph or serigraph, depicting a bust-length portrait of a figure in a hat, executed in a style reminiscent of Pablo Picasso's later works. The artwork is characterized by its vivid color palette and abstracted, almost cubist, facial features. The 'man' has a pale face with prominent, wide-set eyes and a simple, elongated nose and mouth. He wears a wide-brimmed hat adorned with a reddish-pink plume and blue accents. His attire appears to be a stylized uniform or jacket with intricate patterning in shades of red, blue, and white. The background is a mix of warm ochre tones and cooler blues and browns, suggesting an interior or abstract setting. A notable detail is a handwritten inscription in the upper right corner of the print, which appears to read "2.11.70" or "2.11.20", possibly indicating a date. The print is housed within a multi-layered frame structure. Closest to the print is a narrow, light-colored mat board, followed by a slightly wider, plain cream-colored mat. The outer frame is a rich, dark gold-toned wood or composite material with a textured, rope-like or beaded pattern along its inner edge. The frame shows some minor wear consistent with age, particularly along its edges, but no significant damage is visible. The print itself appears to be in good condition, with no obvious creases, tears, or discoloration visible through the glare in the photograph. The overall aesthetic suggests a mid to late 20th-century art piece, displaying bold lines and a fragmented approach to form, indicative of modern art styles. The quality of the print reproduction appears high, with crisp lines and vibrant color saturation.