Description
Le Mousquetaire Bleu
Artist: Pablo Picasso (after) Date: June 5, 1969 Medium: Lithograph on paper Edition: Numbered 139/375 (Unsigned)
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, professionally framed
A striking and expressive work from Picasso’s late period, Le Mousquetaire Bleu captures the bold spirit and theatrical flair of the artist’s beloved musketeer motif. Rendered in vivid hues of cobalt blue, crimson, and ochre, this abstract portrait channels the energy and confidence of a swashbuckling figure through exaggerated features and gestural brushwork.
Created on June 5, 1969, this piece is part of the celebrated Portraits Imaginaires series. Though unsigned, it is numbered and belongs to a limited edition that reflects Picasso’s enduring fascination with character, costume, and psychological depth.
The composition is framed within a decorative border that echoes the theatricality of the subject, and the outer frame complements the artwork’s dynamic palette. A fine example of Picasso’s late lithographic output, Le Mousquetaire Bleu is ideal for collectors seeking a vibrant, historically resonant piece with strong visual impact.
Provenance: From a private Texas collection; published posthumously.
Style: Modern, Abstract, Expressionist Period: 1960s
