Terre de faïence bowl, 1953, numbered 19/250, partially glazed and painted, with the Empreinte Originale de Picasso and Madoura stamps

The ceramic is in generally good condition, with a few skilful repairs (only visible upon close inspection), the underside with a few minor chips to the rim. (Fine crazing to the glazed areas is inherent to production).
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