Preliminary identification
Photo reference
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Overview
This striking porcelain tea service features Pablo Picasso's iconic 1952 'Visage de la Paix' (Face of Peace) line art. The set features a modern, sculptural silhouette with sweeping black-and-white graphic elements that beautifully frame the minimalist portrait of peace. It includes a teapot, lidded sugar bowl, creamer, and matching cups with triangular saucers.
Story
In 1952, Picasso created 'Visage de la Paix' as a powerful statement for the World Peace Council. This set translates his fluid, single-line drawing of a face merged with a dove into a functional, sculptural daily ritual.
Maker / Origin
While Pablo Picasso is world-renowned for his avant-garde paintings and ceramics, his estate later authorized high-quality licensed porcelain editions. These authorized releases allowed his iconic graphic works to be appreciated on elegant, everyday functional art objects.
Condition & Value
The set appears to be in excellent condition with no visible chips, cracks, or fading to the black transfer designs. Excellent condition like this, without wear to the delicate handles or rims, commands the top end of the value range.
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Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.