about Portrait de Femme a Trois Quart Gauche

In this close-cropped portrait of a female figure, Pablo Picasso showcases his ability to capture the effects of light on facial features.

Shining brightly from the upper left, the right side of the woman' face is basked in light while her right side is cast in a fading shadow. Estate of Picasso, (Marina Picasso) pencil signature and embossed blindstamp lower right. Ink stamp verso 'Approved by the heirs of Pablo Picasso'.