“Jacqueline Sitting with a Cat” (1964) by Pablo Picasso, limited edition reproduction on handmade paper

Painting held undeniable power over Pablo Picasso, who by the age of 12 already possessed the skill of a master like Raphael. During his lifetime, he created over 40,000 works and is considered the most outstanding artist of the 20th century. Born on October 25, 1881, in Malaga and died on April 8, 1973, in Mougins, Picasso constantly sought innovative forms of expression, combined with inexhaustible inventiveness and the courage to embrace radical change. His work presents modern art in a multifaceted way – vibrant, complex, and inspiring. Always representational, his works feature women, harlequins, flamenco guitars, doves of peace, and black bulls, all imbued with Picasso's irresistible charisma.