
Old World Portraits
Portrait of Josette Gris
Juan Gris
A striking Cubist masterpiece by Juan Gris, featuring bold geometric abstraction and a sophisticated monochromatic palette.

1916 · Plywood, Oil Paint
A striking Cubist portrait that reimagines a classical subject through bold geometric forms and a sophisticated, earthy palette.
$129
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From $129
4 frame sizes
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character with warm, lived-in color — supports a polished room with depth.
About the piece
Painted in 1916, this masterful work by Juan Gris translates a theme from Corot into the sophisticated language of Synthetic Cubism. The composition utilizes a refined palette of muted greens and warm browns against deep charcoal greys, creating a rhythmic interplay of shifting planes. The result is a work that elevates the traditional figure-and-instrument motif into a powerful modern geometric statement, perfectly suited for contemporary or transitional interiors.
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1916 · Plywood, Oil Paint
A striking Cubist portrait that reimagines a classical subject through bold geometric forms and a sophisticated, earthy palette.
$129
For the selected configuration
From $129
4 frame sizes
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character with warm, lived-in color — supports a polished room with depth.