Girl before a Mirror by Pablo Picasso, c. 1932

Pablo Picasso (1881-1973), a Spanish painter and sculptor, co-founded the Cubist movement and is widely regarded as one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. Born in Spain, Picasso spent much of his adult life in France. His early works, such as “Les Demoiselles d’Avignon” (1907), marked the beginning of Cubism, where he and Georges Braque explored the fragmentation of form and the representation of multiple perspectives in a single image. Picasso’s ability to move seamlessly between different styles and periods, including Blue Period, Rose Period, and Surrealism, showcased his versatility.