1969 Tipped-In Print Torero Juan Gris Bullfighter Cubism France Paris XAI4

This is an original 1969 tipped-in color print of The Torero which was created by Juan Gris in 1913. "Torero" means bullfighter in Spanish.

Juan Gris was born in Madrid, Spain in 1887 as José Victoriano Carmelo Carlos Gonzáles-Pérez. He studied mechanica design in Madrid, but later moved to Paris, France, in order to become a painter and sculptor. Juan Gris became friends with other artists like Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, and Georges Braque. He is known for his Cubist paintings that usually contain many bright colors.

CONDITION

This 42+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is printing on the reverse of the mounting board.

• Product Type: Orig. Tipped-in Print; Color
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
• Dimensions: Approximately 7 x 10.5 inches; 18 x 27 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

This piece was illustrated by Gris, Juan. There is no visible artist signature.

Keywords specific to this image: Spain, Portrait

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