Item Report
Modernist Linocut Print – Possibly After Picasso
By: Unknown (possibly after Pablo Picasso or in his style)
Style: Modernist Linocut Print
Origin: Likely France (in the manner of Pablo Picasso) or Western Europe
Materials: Linocut on paper, carved wood frame, glass
Age: Circa 1950s–1970s
Condition: Very Good (bright colors, light spotting on mat, frame with minor wear, not officially graded)
Value: $200–$600 (if after Picasso or modernist school; higher if attributed to a recognized artist with provenance)
Maker's Marks / Writing: A signature visible lower right, appears to read 'a. Jernay' or similar; not Picasso.
Date: 2025-06-06 14:08:36.274598
Description:
This work is a modernist linocut print depicting a stylized figure possibly based on classical or mythological themes. The composition is executed in a bold, simplified, and linear graphic style frequently associated with the mid-20th century modernism, and specifically with linocuts by Pablo Picasso. The print is rendered in a reddish-brown ink with white lines defining the figure and surrounding celestial elements (stars, moon, and bird), and includes a lion motif reminiscent of symbolic allegory. The piece is framed in an ornately hand-carved dark wood frame with a cream mat. The lower edge displays what appears to be a signature, though it is unclear and does not match Picasso's standard signature, indicating it could be 'after Picasso' or in his style.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This is a striking example of mid-20th-century European modernist linocut work, executed in a manner highly reminiscent of Picasso’s recognizable print oeuvre, but more likely 'after' his style given the atypical signature. The quality of the printing, design, and mounting is commendable. If it were an original Picasso with documentation, the value would be vastly higher. Attributed to an unknown artist or 'school of Picasso,' it remains a decorative and collectable print with modest value.
Individual Images:
- The detail shows a clear view of the signature
- which does not correspond to Picasso's standard autograph
- indicating it is either a reproduction
- homage
- or potentially a student work. The carved wood frame is of high quality and adds vintage appeal. Minor foxing or matting stains are visible
- and overall preservation appears strong. No evident edition numbers or authentication stamps are visible from this image
- confirming its likely decorative or student piece status.
Provenance:
No provenance documentation supplied.
Condition:
Very Good (bright colors, light spotting on mat, frame with minor wear, not officially graded)
Identification Score: 85%
The subject, technique, and style are very characteristic of Picasso’s linocuts from the 1950s–60s, with mythological figures and bold outlines. The signature suggests it is likely a work 'after' or in homage to Picasso, but not an authenticated original, hence slight reservation in full identification.
Authenticity Score: 40%
While the piece convincingly imitates Picasso’s linoleum cut technique and 20th-century modernist aesthetics, the signature and lack of direct evidence of origin or edition marking signal that this is most likely an homage or later reproduction, not an authentic Picasso. The print has age but likely not original artistic authorship.
Image Memory Note
Keywords
modernist print, linocut, Picasso, mid-century, European art, allegorical, signed, mythological, framed artwork
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