Modern Art

Pablo Picasso

Considered one of the most famous and influential artists of the 20th century, Pablo Picasso has maintained unparalleled importance in the history of modern art. Born in Malaga, Spain in 1881, he began drawing at an early age under the guidance of his father, who was an academic painter. After studying at the La Lonja art school in Barcelona, Picasso eventually moved to Paris and established a studio there. After World War II, Picasso moved to southern France and lived there for the rest of his life. He died in Mougins in 1973 at the age of 91.

Interesting facts about him

Picasso produced an astonishing 150,000 works
His formal name is 25 words long
He was the most stolen painter in history.
He was in the public eye for his colorful love affairs.

“Everything you can imagine is real.” ― Pablo Picasso

Art works

First Art Image — **The Old Guitarist, 1903-1904:** One of Pablo Picasso's famous works, this painting reflects his empathy for society's downtrodden, inspired by personal struggles and the suicide of his friend Casagemas.

Second Art Image — **Ma Jolie, 1912:** Picasso's My Prettiest Girl references a popular song and his lover, Marcelle Humbert.