La Célestine

Pablo Picasso

Created:
Movement:
1904
Cubism
key Notes:
Blue Portrait
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Dimensions:
58.5 x 74.5cm
medium:
Oil on canvas
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La Célestine by Pablo Picasso

La Célestine, painted by Pablo Picasso in 1904, is an exemplary work from his Blue Period, characterized by somber tones and themes of melancholy. This period in Picasso's career was marked by his exploration of human suffering and poverty, often depicted through a palette dominated by blues and greens. The painting reflects Picasso's deep empathy for the marginalized and his interest in social issues, which were influenced by his personal experiences of hardship during his early years in Paris. The subject, a blind woman, is rendered with a haunting expressiveness that underscores the emotional depth typical of Picasso's work during this time. La Célestine holds historical significance as it represents a pivotal moment in Picasso's artistic development, transitioning from traditional realism to a more modernist approach. This work contributes to understanding Picasso's evolution as an artist and his impact on the trajectory of 20th-century art.

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La Célestine by Pablo Picasso

La Célestine, painted by Pablo Picasso in 1904, is an oil on canvas work that exemplifies the artist's Blue Period, characterized by somber tones and themes of melancholy. The painting depicts a blind woman, reflecting Picasso's exploration of human suffering and social isolation during this phase of his career.

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La Célestine