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The year 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the death of Spanish artist Pablo Picasso. Picasso Celebration 1973-2023, a large-scale transnational event organized by the Spanish and French governments, will take place internationally as a way to celebrate this artist and his legacy. Here you can read about one of his most famous artworks to get a taste of his influence on the 20th century and beyond!
Pablo Ruiz Picasso dedicated his whole life to art and is known for being one of the greatest artists of the 20th century. The Young Ladies of Avignon, a canvas depicting five naked prostitutes, is one of the most recognizable paintings by Picasso. This painting is considered to be one of the artist’s most groundbreaking works and, due to its importance, is listed in all studies on Picasso’s works as well as numerous monographs.
"I paint the way some people write an autobiography. The paintings, finished or not, are the pages from my diary." - Pablo Picasso
To read the 10 things about Picasso's life that are hidden in Les Demoiselles d'Avignon click on the following link