Pablo Picasso (1881–1973) was a Spanish artist and the founder of Cubism. His revolutionary approach to form and perspective reshaped 20th-century art. Here's a glimpse into his legendary career:
Key Contributions
- Cubism: Co-created with Georges Braque, this movement fragmented objects into geometric shapes (e.g., Les Demoiselles d'Avignon).
- Blue Period (1901–1904): Focused on melancholy themes, inspired by poverty and human suffering.
- Rose Period (1904–1906): Shifted to warmer tones and circus performers, symbolizing hope.
- Guernica (1937): A powerful anti-war mural, depicting the horrors of conflict.
Iconic Works
- The Old Guitarist (1903) – A masterpiece of emotional depth.
- Family of Saltimbanques (1903) – Captures the essence of the circus world.
- Girl with a Mandolin (1910) – A prime example of Cubist innovation.