This painting by Picasso is entitled “Henri II buffet with
dog and chair”. The Henri II style of
furniture (1860-1900) is known as French Renaissance. It is
notable for its size and solidity. Pieces tend to be huge and rectangular in
composition, with heavy carving, dark wood and large bun feet. Armoires are
notable for their often elaborate cornices with large finials and crests, and
show a strong Italian influence in their carving and design. Mirrors and beds
tend to be very ornate, with carved pillars and finials. Armoires have either
solid wooden doors or glass mirror doors.
I gather you can buy Henri II furniture for a song in French auction houses.
As for Picassos…
I gather you can buy Henri II furniture for a song in French auction houses.
As for Picassos…
2 comments:
Is he saying the buffet is more reliable than the dog? The dog seems to be lacking in backbone...
With Picasso you never know what it means.
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