Service Visage Noir (1948)

Artist: Pablo Picasso
Title: Service Visage Noir (Set of Six Plates)
Year: 1948
Medium: White earthenware, decorated with engobes, knife-engraved under glaze
Dimensions: 24 cm diameter (9.44 in) each
Signature: Inscribed d’Après Picasso / Madoura; stamped Madoura Plein Feu
Edition: Edition of 100
Publisher: Madoura Studio, Vallauris
Type of work: Limited edition ceramic plates (six pieces)
Framing: Unframed
Certificate: Certificate issued by Suzanne & Georges Ramié

Description

Service Visage Noir (1948) is an exceptional ceramic edition created by Pablo Picasso during his renowned collaboration with the Madoura pottery studio in Vallauris. This set consists of six plates, catalogued as A.R. 37, 40, 41, 43, 46, and 47, each crafted in white earthenware and decorated with colorful engobes before being engraved and fired under glaze.

The plates feature Picasso’s bold use of black, red, green, and white, showcasing his fascination with expressive faces, simplified forms, and Mediterranean aesthetics. Each piece bears the characteristic Madoura inscriptions and firing stamp, ensuring full authenticity and historical significance.

Produced in a limited edition of 100, this set is highly sought after by collectors of Picasso ceramics and modern art. The vibrant surfaces, engraved textures, and iconic motifs make this ensemble one of the most desirable ceramic works from Picasso’s 1940s Madoura period.

A remarkable acquisition for serious collectors of 20th-century design and Picasso’s ceramic oeuvre.

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FAQ

Is this ceramic set authentic?
Yes — each plate is stamped Madoura Plein Feu and inscribed d’Après Picasso / Madoura, and the set includes a certificate from Suzanne & Georges Ramié.

How many plates are included in this set?
Six plates: A.R. 37, 40, 41, 43, 46, and 47.

What is the edition size?
The set comes from a limited edition of 100.

What are the dimensions?
Each plate measures 24 cm (9.44 in) in diameter.

What techniques were used?
White earthenware plates decorated with engobes, engraved with a knife, and fired under glaze.

Does the set include a certificate of authenticity?
Yes — it comes with an official certificate issued by Suzanne & Georges Ramié.

Is worldwide shipping available?
Yes — fully insured worldwide shipping is provided.