{"product_id":"the-portable-picasso","title":"The Portable Picasso","description":"\u003ci\u003eFree shipping within Australia\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover the extraordinary breadth of one of history’s most influential artists in The Portable Picasso. This comprehensive volume captures the artistic evolution of Pablo Picasso, charting his journey from the wistful introspection of his Blue and Rose periods to the radical invention of Cubism. Featuring an insightful introduction by renowned critic Robert Hughes, the book serves as a vital guide through the painter’s prolific career, including his mastery of sculpture, ceramics, and prints. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReaders are invited to explore the intellectual rigour behind his groundbreaking works, such as the seminal \"Les Demoiselles d'Avignon\" and the profound political commentary of \"Guernica\". By examining his shifts in style—from neoclassicism to his later, vibrant reflections on war and peace—the narrative highlights the relentless creativity of a man who redefined visual reality. Lavishly illustrated and expertly organised, this book provides a sophisticated yet accessible overview of a genius. It is an essential addition for any art lover, offering a clear window into the mind of a creator who permanently altered the course of twentieth-century art.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUsed (good, see images, minor cover wear and some initial pages marking)\u003cbr\u003eSoftcover\u003cbr\u003eISBN 9780789308795","brand":"Blue Pigeon Goods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46497666007190,"sku":"eyeye4_6YKZSB59JFJP","price":22.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/5189\/4422\/files\/9789_07a5cb56-b03e-409d-8a5e-d95765c43d2f.jpg?v=1784800346","url":"https:\/\/bluepigeongoods.com\/products\/the-portable-picasso","provider":"Blue Pigeon Goods Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}