Pablo Picasso
Pablo Picasso (1881–1973)
He was a Spanish artist widely regarded as one of the most influential and innovative figures in modern art. A prolific painter, sculptor, printmaker, and ceramicist, Picasso is best known as the co-founder of Cubism, alongside Georges Braque. Throughout his long career, Picasso constantly reinvented his style, moving through different artistic periods such as the Blue Period (marked by somber, melancholic tones), the Rose Period (warmer, more optimistic themes), and later, the highly experimental Cubist phase. His revolutionary approach to form and perspective broke away from traditional representation, profoundly shaping 20th-century art.
One of Picasso’s most iconic works is Les Demoiselles d’Avignon (1907), considered a pivotal piece in the development of Cubism. Another major work, Guernica (1937), is a powerful anti-war painting that conveys the horrors of the Spanish Civil War through a chaotic, monochromatic composition. Picasso's impact extended beyond painting—he also made major contributions to sculpture, drawing, ceramics, and stage design. His immense output, boundless creativity, and fearless experimentation made him a central figure in modern art, and his legacy continues to influence artists around the world.
