In Tate Modern
In the Studio
Free- Artist
- Pablo Picasso 1881–1973
- Original title
- Tête de femme (Fernande)
- Medium
- Plaster
- Dimensions
- Unconfirmed: 405 × 230 × 260 mm
- Collection
- Lent from a private collection 1994
On long term loan - Reference
- L01712
Display caption
This sculpture is of Fernande Olivier, an artist and model. Olivier and Picasso were in a relationship for seven years after meeting in Paris in 1904. A number of works Picasso made during this time were inspired by Olivier. The flat, squared surface of Head of a Woman reflects the cubist style he explored from 1907–09. Picasso made two plaster casts of this sculpture, from which at least sixteen bronze examples were cast.
Gallery label, November 2019
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