Created:
Movement:
1937
Cubism
key Notes:
Anti-war, Cubist symbolism
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Dimensions:
349 cm × 776 cm
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Easy
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Guernica by Pablo Picasso

Guernica, painted by Pablo Picasso in 1937, is a monumental work executed in oil on canvas. This painting stands as a powerful political statement, responding to the bombing of the Basque town of Guernica during the Spanish Civil War. Picasso's use of monochromatic tones and distorted figures conveys the chaos and suffering caused by the conflict. The work has become an enduring symbol of anti-war sentiment and is considered one of the most significant pieces of 20th-century art. Picasso, a leading figure in the development of Cubism, utilized his innovative style to capture the emotional intensity of the event. The painting's impact extends beyond its historical context, influencing generations of artists and viewers worldwide.

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Guernica by Pablo Picasso

Created in 1937, Pablo Picasso's "Guernica" is an oil on canvas painting that employs a monochromatic palette to depict the horrors of the bombing of the Basque town during the Spanish Civil War. The artwork, characterized by its Cubist style and dramatic imagery, is housed in the Museo Reina Sofía in Madrid, Spain.

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Guernica