Pablo Ruiz Picasso, commonly known as Pablo Picasso, was born on October 25, 1881, in Málaga, Spain, and died on April 8, 1973, in Mougins, France. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, whose work significantly impacted the evolution of modern art.
Picasso was the son of José Ruiz Blasco, an artist and professor of art, which provided Picasso with early exposure to drawing and painting. His talent was recognized at a young age, leading to his enrollment at the Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando in Madrid, although he soon left formal education to explore the art world on his own terms.
Picasso's career can be divided into several distinct periods:
Some of Picasso's most famous works include:
Picasso's influence extended beyond his paintings into ceramics, sculpture, and stage designs for ballet. He also had a significant impact on the development of modern art through his involvement with the Surrealist Movement and his constant innovation in artistic styles. His work has been exhibited worldwide, and he remains one of the most studied artists in art history.