Pablo Picasso

Spanish, 1881-1973

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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Pablo Picasso Signed Mid-Century Etching Print Pour Roby (L’Age de Soleil), 1968

$995

H 13.75 in W 10.75 in D 1.75 in

Pablo Picasso Signed Mid-Century Etching Print Pour Roby (L’Age de Soleil), 1968

By Pablo Picasso

Located in Studio City, CA

A fantastic original etching by famed Spanish artist Pablo Picasso titled "Pour Roby" (from L’Age de Soleil). This minimalistic portrait by Picasso features thin lines that outline a...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pablo Picasso

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Pablo Picasso Ceramic Dish Editions Picasso Madoura Bird C 1952

$6,500

H 1.5 in Dm 6.5 in

Pablo Picasso Ceramic Dish Editions Picasso Madoura Bird C 1952

By Pablo Picasso

Located in Chicago, IL

Pablo Picasso Oiseau dish bird with tuft and pointy beak, editions Picasso Madoura France, circa 1952. 15 hand painted brush strokes under the birds feet referring to food. Impresse...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pablo Picasso

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Ceramic

'Pichet Espagnol' from the Madoura Pottery 'AR 245' by Pablo Picasso '1954'

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H 8.67 in W 9.85 in D 4.73 in

'Pichet Espagnol' from the Madoura Pottery 'AR 245' by Pablo Picasso '1954'

By Pablo Picasso

Located in London, GB

'Pichet Espagnol' ceramic piece from the Madoura Pottery (A.R. 245) by Pablo Picasso (1954). A fired, unglazed ceramic pitcher in the form of a stylise...

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1950s French Modern Vintage Pablo Picasso

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Pablo Picasso Signed Limited Ed. Madoura Pottery Pitcher Têtes , 1956 A.R. 368

$12,500

H 5 in W 5.5 in D 6 in

Pablo Picasso Signed Limited Ed. Madoura Pottery Pitcher Têtes , 1956 A.R. 368

By Pablo Picasso, Madoura

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful, original Mid-Century Modern Madoura pottery pitcher/vase by renowned Spanish artist Pablo Picasso titled "Têtes (Heads)". The piece features two hand painted images of ...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pablo Picasso

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Pablo Picasso Madoura "Tête de Chevreuil de Profil" Ceramic Plate, 1950-1952

$9,250

H 10.13 in Dm 10 in

Pablo Picasso Madoura "Tête de Chevreuil de Profil" Ceramic Plate, 1950-1952

By Pablo Picasso

Located in Hamburg, PA

Iconic and rare ceramic plate by Pablo Picasso (1881–1973) for Madoura Pottery, titled "Tête de Chevreuil de Profil" (Goat's Head in Profile). Conceived in 1952, this Empreinte Origi...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pablo Picasso

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Ceramic

Pablo Picasso, Visage noir (Black Face Pitcher), Madoura, 1953

$14,000

H 5.5 in W 6.5 in D 6 in

Pablo Picasso, Visage noir (Black Face Pitcher), Madoura, 1953

By Pablo Picasso

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pablo Picasso, Visage noir (Black Face Pitcher), Madoura, 1953 Ramié 191 Edition of 300 Vallauris, France Earthenware pitcher painted in black on white glaze Dimensions: 5.5 in. H ×...

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Mid-20th Century French Modern Pablo Picasso

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Pablo Picasso Signed Mid-Century Etching Print Pour Roby (L’Age de Soleil), 1968

$995

H 20.5 in W 18.5 in D 1 in

Pablo Picasso Signed Mid-Century Etching Print Pour Roby (L’Age de Soleil), 1968

By Pablo Picasso

Located in Studio City, CA

A fantastic original etching by famed Spanish artist Pablo Picasso titled "Pour Roby" (from L’Age de Soleil). This minimalistic portrait by Picasso features thin lines that outline a...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pablo Picasso

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Pablo Picasso “La Comédie Humaine” Lithograph, 1953 — Signed in Pencil

$5,200

H 27 in W 23.5 in D 2 in

Pablo Picasso “La Comédie Humaine” Lithograph, 1953 — Signed in Pencil

By Pablo Picasso

Located in Delray Beach, FL

An exceptional and highly collectible lithograph by Pablo Picasso, created for his celebrated La Comédie Humaine series and published by Verve in 1953. Dated 18.12.53, this work come...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pablo Picasso

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2026	$11,500	Figurative Sculptures	Earthenware, Ceramic	1956
2026	$11,500	Figurative Sculptures	Clay, Ceramic, Earthenware	1960
2026	$5,000	More Art	Etching	1947
2026	$171	Wedding Rings		1678
2026	$7,176	More Art, More Prints	Lithograph	1961
2026	$20,000	Sculptures	Ceramic	1963
2026	$238	Prints	Paper	1948
2026	$6,400	Figurative Sculptures	Ceramic	1959
2026	$725	More Art, More Prints	Lithograph	1961
2026	$610	More Art, More Prints	Lithograph	1961
2026	$975	Abstract Prints, Figurative Prints	Lithograph	1951
2026	$8,500	Prints and Multiples	Lithograph, Paper	1959
2026	$38,250	Abstract Sculptures	Earthenware, Glaze	1958
2026	$12,947	Portrait Prints	Lithograph	1968
2026	$204	Prints	Paper	1948
2026	$8,800	Abstract Prints, Figurative Prints	Lithograph	1982
2026	$1,480	Tapestries	Wool, Cotton	1960-1965
2026	$25,000	Vases, Ceramics	Ceramic	1955
2026	$100	Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche	Ceramic, Porcelain, Earthenware	2004
2026	$990	Portrait Prints	Etching	1949

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Who is Pablo Picasso?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Pablo Picasso was one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. He helped pioneer the style of Cubism, which involves depicting objects in fragmented geometric shapes. His works served as inspiration for future abstract art movements. You'll find a large selection of Pablo Picasso art on 1stDibs.
Where is Pablo Picasso from?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Pablo Picasso was from Spain. He was born in Málaga, Spain, on October 25, 1881. He later moved to France, the country where he completed most of his work. Picasso died in Mougins, France, on April 8, 1973. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of Pablo Picasso art.
Did Pablo Picasso do printmaking?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, Pablo Picasso made prints throughout his career. His first was made in 1899 when he was still a teen, and his final one was made in 1972 when the artist was 90 years old. It’s estimated that he produced around 2400 prints in his lifetime. Shop a selection of Pablo Picasso pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
What inspired Pablo Picasso?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
The Spanish artist El Greco inspired Pablo Picasso's early work. As his interest in abstraction grew, Picasso turned to African masks and handicrafts for inspiration. The works of Paul Cézanne and Henri Rousseau also influenced the artist. Find a selection of Pablo Picasso art on 1stDibs.
What is Pablo Picasso famous for?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Pablo Picasso is most famous for founding the Cubist movement, which uses several points of view and perspectives, creating a geometric-looking result. Cubism was considered a massive break from traditional methods of painting. One of Picasso's most famous cubist pieces is “Guernica,” the artist's representation of the Spanish Civil War.
Where was Pablo Picasso born?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Pablo Picasso was born in Málaga, Spain. His birth date is October 25, 1881. In 1891, Picasso's family moved to A Coruña, Spain, so that his father, Don José Ruiz y Blasco, could work as a professor at the School of Fine Arts. When Picasso became an artist, he relocated to France, where he lived until he died on April 8, 1973. Find a large collection of Pablo Picasso art on 1stDibs.
When was Pablo Picasso born?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Pablo Picasso was born on October 25, 1881 in Málaga, Spain. However, he spent most of his working years in France and lived there until he died in the commune of Mougins on April 8, 1973. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of Pablo Picasso.
Where did Pablo Picasso live?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Although born in Spain, Pablo Picasso lived in France while working as an artist. From 1904 to 1946, he called Paris home. Then, he relocated to the South of France. He died there in the commune of Mougins on April 8, 1973 at the age of 91. Shop a large selection of Pablo Picasso art on 1stDibs.
What is Pablo Picasso known for?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Pablo Picasso is best known for Cubism. He was one of the dominant artists of the movement. Cubism is a form of abstract art that focuses on showing objects and individuals as fragmented geometric shapes. It marked a radical shift from other art movements that came before it. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Pablo Picasso art.
Where did Pablo Picasso grow up?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
Pablo Picasso grew up in Spain. He was born on October 25, 1881, in Málaga, Spain. When he was 14 years old, his family relocated to Barcelona, where Picasso would go on to attend the Academy of Arts. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Pablo Picasso art from some of the world's top galleries and dealers.
Is Paloma Picasso related to Pablo Picasso?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
Yes, Paloma Picasso is related to Pablo Picasso. The French fashion designer known for her celebrated collaboration with Tiffany & Co. is actually his daughter. Her mother is the artist Françoise Gilot. On 1stDibs, find a range of Paloma Picasso jewelry and accessories from some of the world's top boutiques.
Did Pablo Picasso go to school?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, Pablo Picasso went to school. He was a student at the Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando in Madrid, Spain. When he began his studies in 1897, the academy was the top art school in the country. Picasso did not finish his studies, however. Instead, he traveled to Paris in 1900 and began working as an artist. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Pablo Picasso art.
How old was Pablo Picasso when he died?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Pablo Picasso was 91 years old when he died on April 8, 1973, in Mougins, France. His 92nd birthday would have been on October 25 of that year. You can shop a large collection of Pablo Picasso art on 1stDibs.
What is Pablo Picasso’s most famous painting?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Historians disagree about which of Pablo Picasso's paintings is the most famous because many of his works are well-known and easily recognizable. Some notable pieces include Guernica, Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, The Old Guitarist, The Weeping Woman and Portrait of Ambroise Vollard. You'll find a large collection of Pablo Picasso on 1stDibs.
What is Pablo Picasso’s full name?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Pablo Picasso's full name was Pablo Diego José Francisco de Paula Juan Nepomuceno María de los Remedios Cipriano de la Santísima Trinidad Ruiz y Picasso. He shortened it to Pablo Ruiz Picasso, but most people refer to him as "Pablo Picasso" or simply "Picasso." Shop a wide range of Pablo Picasso art on 1stDibs.
What is Pablo Picasso's most famous drawing?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There is no general consensus about which of Pablo Picasso's works is his most famous drawing. Some of his most well-known works depict animals and include Dog, Penguin, Camel, Butterfly, Owl and Dove of Peace. Find a selection of Pablo Picasso art on 1stDibs.
What is Pablo Picasso's best artwork?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Guernica is arguably amongst Pablo Picasso’s best works, and is an incredibly moving anti-war statement. The piece was originally commissioned as a mural for the 1937 World Fair in Paris, France. Shop a selection of Pablo Picasso pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
What are some interesting facts about Pablo Picasso?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
One interesting fact about Pablo Picasso is that the artist was extremely prolific, producing more than 150,000 works during the course of his life. Although known by just “Picasso,” his full name is actually 35 words long: Pablo Diego José Francisco de Paula Juan Nepomuceno María de los Remedios Cipriano de la Santísima Trinidad Martyr Patricio Clito Ruíz y Picasso. Police once thought he was responsible for stealing the Mona Lisa, and ironically, more Picasso paintings have been reported as missing or stolen than those of any other artist in history. Before he died at the age of 91, Picasso reportedly said, "Drink to me, drink to my health, you know I can't drink anymore," and his parting words inspired Paul McCartney to write the song "Picasso's Last Words (Drink to Me)." On 1stDibs, find a selection of Pablo Picasso art.
Was Pablo Picasso an abstract artist?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
No, Pablo Picasso was not truly an abstract artist, in the opinion of experts. While he did help to shift art away from naturalistic forms toward abstraction with his Cubist pieces, most of his works weren't purely abstract. A good example of this is his well-known Les Demoiselles d’Avignon. In this painting, the female figures are abstracted, but you can still tell that the forms represent the human body. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Pablo Picasso art.
What was Pablo Picasso’s style of art?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
Although his work evolved over time, Pablo Picasso's art style is typically associated most with Cubism. Picasso helped establish the art movement along with his contemporary, Georges Braque. The Spanish artist's work also influenced Surrealism, neoclassicism and Expressionism. Explore a diverse assortment of Pablo Picasso art from some of the world's top galleries and dealers on 1stDibs.