The relationship between Pablo Picasso and the avant-garde poet Guillaume Apollinaire not only marked an era of the twentieth century, but has become a testimony of the intimate relationship between art and literature at that particular time. Correspondence. Picasso / Apollinaire reveals a friendship through letters that go beyond simple written communication.
In these letters, they not only share thoughts about art and creation, but also reveal everyday details of their lives. From humorous indications of the weather to mentions of colleagues and events, and discussions of joint artistic projects, these illustrations offer an intimate glimpse into the connection between two outstanding cultural figures.
The written exchange also incorporates drawings, verses and retouched photographs. Picasso, known for his multifaceted skill, uses these letters as a canvas to express his artistic genius in an intimate manner.
This meticulously researched and annotated edition of the Raft of the Medusa, by Hélène Seckel-Klein and Pierre Caizergues, offers a testimony to the friendship between the two artists and a window into their creative process.