La Flûte Double

La Flûte Double: A Lyrical Anthology of Picasso’s Graphic Genius

In 1967, the Parisian publisher Au Vent d'Arles released this exquisite portfolio, a celebration of Picasso's mastery over line and form. This limited edition features fifteen high-fidelity graphic works after drawings and watercolors created between 1932 and 1955. The collection is renowned for its diverse subject matter, ranging from the artist’s pastoral nymphs and mythological scenes to intimate portraits of his muse, Françoise Gilot.

Produced under the artist's supervision, the portfolio was printed by Jacomet, a master of the "pochoir" and lithographic techniques, ensuring that every brushstroke and charcoal smudge was captured with startling accuracy on Arches paper. With an edition size limited to 500 copies, these works are highly sought after by collectors for their elegance and for documenting the lyrical, softer side of Picasso’s mid-century aesthetic.