Clown scene: Pablo Picasso in drag. La Californie, Cannes 1958.

In his cluttered studio at La Californie, Cannes, Pablo Picasso poses for a clown scene in 1958. Looking at the camera with a knowing smile, he wears a whimsical mask-like cap with closed eyes, a pouting mouth, and two long braids. His costume includes a heavy, double-breasted sheepskin coat over a thick sweater and vertically striped trousers. The room around him, filled with sculptures, a Cubist painting, and rolled canvases, offers a glimpse into the artist’s creative life.

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Artworks:

In the background: "Portrait de femme à la robe verte II", 1956. Richardson.2010:207
On the shelf from left "La grue", 1952-1954. Spies:461.II; MPParis:343
"Tête de femme (Dora Maar)", 1941. Spies:197.II;

Abbreviations: see Bibliography

Keywords:

Books, FunnyPicture, Hats, Masks, Sculptures

Filename:

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