2023:year of Picasso
Celebrating the most influential artist of the 20th century
2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the death of one of the most important Spanish and universal artists of all time, Pablo Ruiz Picasso, a genius born in Malaga at the beginning of the 20th century. To commemorate his life and work, an extensive programme of exhibitions, initiatives and events has been planned around the world, especially in the host countries, Spain and France. In Spain, the focus will be on the Spanish cities with the strongest ties to Picasso and which were a source of inspiration, leaving a mark on his personality and art.
5 cities 16 exhibitions
Diary ofexhibitions
Experience the Picasso year first hand, and learn about his legacy through exhibitions and events in Spain.
Upcoming events

White Picasso on the Blue Souvenir
23/03/2023 - 25/06/2023
A Coruña Museum of Fine Arts
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A prolific
artist with
overflowing
creativity
Gallery ofworks
Painter, sculptor, engraver, draughtsman... Throughout his career, Picasso cultivated different disciplines and artistic movements.
Pablo Picasso, "The Bull", 1945. Almine and Bernand Ruiz-Picasso Foundation for Art Engraving © Sucesión Pablo Picasso, VEGAP, Madrid, 2023
Picassoand Spain
Picasso's relationship with Spain
His experiences in Spain gave him inspiration and references that stayed with him throughout his life and work.
Pablo Picasso, The Siesta, 1932. Almine and Bernand Ruiz-Picasso Foundation for Art. Temporary loan at the Picasso Museum Malaga Oil on canvas © Sucesión Pablo Picasso, VEGAP, Madrid, 2023
Pablo Ruiz Picasso was born in Malaga in 1881. He created his first works in the Fine Arts schools of A Coruña, Barcelona and Madrid and on his initial trips to Paris. In 1907 he painted "Les demoiselles d'Avignon", the starting point of cubism, a revolutionary artistic movement that he devised together with Braque and that has made him one of the most influential artists of all time. "Guernica" is his most famous piece. He also explored genres such as stage design, sculpture, ceramics and engraving. He died in Mougins in 1973 but his legacy is more alive than ever.
© edwardquinn.com. © Sucesión Pablo Picasso, VEGAP, Madrid, 2023