The Picasso ceramic numbered A.R. 304, titled "Vase au bouquet" ("Vase with Bunch"), is a stunning example of Pablo Picasso’s ceramic work, created on January 22, 1956. This white earthenware ceramic plate showcases Picasso’s signature blend of abstraction and natural forms, depicting a stylized vase filled with a vibrant bouquet of flowers. The imagery is applied using black oxide, colored engobe, and a carefully executed glaze, enhancing the contrast between the background and the central motif.

Measuring approximately 9⅝ inches (24.5 cm) in diameter, this piece is part of Picasso’s renowned ceramic experiments at the Madoura pottery studio in Vallauris, France. The plate’s design reflects his ability to infuse everyday objects with bold lines, organic shapes, and expressive movement, making even a simple vase of flowers appear dynamic and alive.

"Vase au bouquet" was produced in a limited edition of 200, each piece carefully numbered and stamped with 'Madoura Plein Feu' and 'Empreinte Originale de Picasso', authenticating its origin. This ceramic work is a testament to Picasso’s mastery across different mediums, seamlessly blending traditional pottery techniques with his modernist artistic vision, making it a prized collector’s item in the world of ceramic art.

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