The Tragedy

Pablo Picasso

Created:
Movement:
1903
Cubism
key Notes:
Blue, Loss
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Dimensions:
105.3 x 69cm
medium:
Oil on wood
Difficulty:
Easy
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The Tragedy by Pablo Picasso

The Tragedy, painted by Pablo Picasso in 1903, is a significant work from his Blue Period, characterized by somber tones and themes of human suffering. Created using oil on wood, this painting reflects Picasso's deep empathy for the marginalized and downtrodden, a recurring theme during this phase of his career. The Blue Period was influenced by personal hardships, including the suicide of his close friend Carlos Casagemas, which profoundly affected Picasso's artistic direction. The Tragedy exemplifies the emotional depth and social commentary that marked Picasso's early 20th-century works, contributing to his reputation as a pioneering figure in modern art. This period laid the groundwork for his later innovations, including Cubism, which would further revolutionize the art world. The painting remains a poignant example of how personal experiences and historical context can shape an artist's oeuvre.

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The Tragedy by Pablo Picasso

The Tragedy, painted by Pablo Picasso in 1903, is an oil on wood artwork that exemplifies the somber tones and emotional depth characteristic of his Blue Period. The painting, housed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., depicts three figures on a desolate beach, conveying themes of melancholy and human suffering.

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The Tragedy