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Pablo Picasso1964 original poster by Pablo Picasso "España Libre" resistance to Franco1964
1964
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The 1964 "España Libre" poster is a powerful and evocative piece that embodies both the artistic genius of Pablo Picasso and the political turmoil of Spain during the mid-20th century. This original poster was created for the "España Libre" exhibition, a significant showcase of contemporary Spanish art that highlighted the resistance to the oppressive Franco regime. The exhibition traveled to various Italian cities, including Rimini, Ferrara, Reggio Emilia, and Venice, bringing attention to the plight of Spanish artists in exile and those under Franco’s censorship.
At the heart of the poster is a series of etchings by Pablo Picasso titled "Sueño y mentira de Franco" (The Dream and Lie of Franco), created in 1937. These etchings are a scathing critique of the dictator Francisco Franco and his brutal regime. The series of twelve scenes in two strips depict grotesque, satirical images of Franco as a monstrous, degenerate figure wreaking havoc on the Spanish people and landscape. The etchings are a testament to Picasso's deep emotional connection to the suffering of his homeland and his use of art as a form of political protest.
The poster captures the raw intensity and the surreal imagery characteristic of Picasso's work. It reflects the despair and chaos of the Spanish Civil War, as well as the resilience and hope of those who opposed Franco's tyranny. Picasso’s bold, expressive lines and distorted figures convey the anguish and resistance of a nation under siege.
Beneath the etchings, the text "España Libre" (Free Spain) is prominently displayed, underscoring the exhibition's purpose: to call for freedom and democracy in Spain. The exhibition title is accompanied by a list of participating artists, many of whom were notable figures in Spanish contemporary art. These artists, like Picasso, used their work to challenge the status quo and advocate for social and political change.
The lower section of the poster lists the exhibition dates and locations, emphasizing the international effort to support Spanish art and culture during a time of repression. The choice of Italian cities for the exhibition reflects the broader European solidarity with the Spanish democratic cause and the exile community.
This poster is not merely an advertisement for an art exhibition; it is a historical document that encapsulates the intersection of art and politics. It serves as a reminder of the power of art to confront injustice and inspire change. For collectors and historians, the "España Libre" poster is a poignant symbol of resistance and a testament to the enduring impact of Picasso’s political art.
Today, "España Libre" stands as a significant cultural artifact, representing the struggle for freedom and the role of art in shaping political discourse. Picasso’s "Sueño y mentira de Franco" continues to be a powerful critique of tyranny, reminding us of the importance of artistic expression in the fight for human rights and democracy.
Original Poster
Exhibition - Abstract - Spain
Esposizione d'arte spagnola contemporanea - Italy
Printed by Grafiche Gattei in Rimini
- Creator:Pablo Picasso (1881-1973, Spanish)
- Creation Year:1964
- Dimensions:Height: 23.63 in (60 cm)Width: 18.9 in (48 cm)
- Medium:
- Period:
- Condition:Good condition, on linen.
- Gallery Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1792215635582
Pablo Picasso
One of the most prolific and revolutionary artists the world has ever seen, Pablo Picasso had a tremendous impact on the development of 20th-century modern art. Although he is best known for his association with the Cubist movement, which he founded with Georges Braque, Picasso’s influence extends to Surrealism, neoclassicism and Expressionism.
“Every act of creation is, first of all, an act of destruction,” the Spanish artist proclaimed. In Picasso's Cubist paintings, he emphasizes the two-dimensionality of the canvas, breaking with conventions regarding perspective, foreshortening and proportion. Picasso was inspired by Iberian and African tribal art. One of his most famous pre-Cubist works is Les Demoiselles d’Avignon (1907), a painting considered immoral and shocking at the time for its depiction of nude women whose faces resemble Iberian tribal masks.
Picasso made many portraits in this style, most often of the women in his life, their expressively colored faces composed of geometric shards of surface planes. In Woman in a Hat (Olga), 1935, he painted his first wife as an assemblage of abstract forms, leaving the viewer to decipher the subject through the contrasting colors and shapes. Picasso was a tireless artist, creating more than 20,000 paintings, drawings, prints, ceramics and sculptures. Tracing his life’s work reveals the progression of modern art, on which he had an unparalleled influence.
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