Pablo Picasso was born in 1881 in Spain under the name Pablo Ruiz. His father was a drawing teacher. During his studies at the School of Fine Arts in Barcelona, Pablo Picasso demonstrated exceptional talent. In 1901, he took his mother's name, Picasso. In 1904, he moved to Paris, settling in Montmartre at the Bateau-Lavoir studio. His career as a painter and sculptor evolved with his life, his encounters, and his emotions.

From 1901 to 1904, this period is known as the Blue Period. His paintings were cold and sad because, in February 1901, his childhood friend Casagemas committed suicide, which deeply affected Picasso. Then came the Rose Period from 1905 to 1906. During this time, he fell in love, regained his zest for life, and took the themes of the circus as subjects.

He frequented the Louvre, made numerous artist friends, mingled with the Fauves, studied the Impressionists, and took a particular interest in Paul Cézanne. He met Georges Braque, and together they invented Cubism. However, Georges Braque was drafted into the war of 1914-1918. Picasso continued painting. All his experiences enriched his art. "It took me a lifetime to learn how to draw like a child," he would say. He passed away in 1973