PABLO PICASSO Spanish, 1881-1973 Sculpteur avec sculpture et d'autres oeuvres Etching on copper; printed on Rives vellum paper Unsigned and undated etching first published (in 1927) in "Eaux-fortes originales pour le Chef-d'oeuvre inconnu de Balzac" framed. Not examined out of frame. Plate: 7 5/8 by 11 inches $1,000-1,500
ARTIST PROFILE: Pablo Picasso (1881–1973) was a prolific Spanish painter, sculptor, and printmaker who revolutionized Western art in the 20th century by cofounding the Cubist movement and profoundly influencing the development of modern and contemporary art. Born in Málaga, Picasso displayed extraordinary talent from a young age, and his long career evolved through distinct stylistic phases, including the melancholic Blue Period, the lighter Rose Period, and the revolutionary fracture of form in Cubism. Beyond painting, he was a master sculptor and ceramicist, constantly reinventing his medium and exploring new techniques throughout his life. Perhaps his most famous work, Guernica, remains an iconic symbol of anti-war sentiment, showcasing his ability to blend personal artistic innovation with powerful social commentary.
