Picasso Print Appraisal

Print of Pablo Picasso's 'Deux Femmes' (Two Women)

This item is a large-format reproduction print, likely on canvas or textured paper mounted on board, of Pablo Picasso's renowned 'Deux Femmes' (Two Women), also known as 'The Two Sisters' or 'The Farewell' from his Rose Period in 1904. The print depicts two figures, a woman with a green head covering and pale yellow drapery, and a younger figure (possibly a boy or another woman) in a reddish-orange tunic, with their arms around each other, holding hands. The color palette employed in this reproduction includes muted tones typical of Picasso's Rose Period, with dominant shades of ochre, green, and a warm reddish-orange. The background is divided into sections of muted blue-gray on the left and a reddish-brown on the right. Visible physical characteristics include a textured surface, suggesting a canvas print or a print with a canvas-like finish. The print appears to be mounted on a rigid backing, possibly wood or thick cardboard, as indicated by the stiff, unframed appearance. There are noticeable signs of wear and age, including scratches and scuff marks across the surface, particularly visible on the reddish background section. Discoloration, possibly from sun exposure or environmental factors, is also evident, contributing to a faded aesthetic. The corners and edges show minor abrasions. There is a faint, almost illegible signature or inscription in the bottom right corner, characteristic of Picasso's signature style or a reproduction credit. The quality of the reproduction suggests it is a commercial print, rather than an original artwork. The style is distinctly early 20th-century avant-garde, specifically aligned with Picasso's Rose Period, characterized by its melancholic mood, tender subjects, and warm color palette.