The name that dominates the development of art in the twentieth century and to which many of the revolutionary changes are attributed is that of Pablo Picasso (1881-1973). Not only was he one of the most influential artists, but he was also one of the most multifaceted. This beautifully printed book examines the entire range of his paintings, from the haunting works of the Blue Period, to the raw power of Les Demoiselles d’Avignon, the lyrical sweetness of his family portraits, the revolutionary developments of cubism, and the numerous later experiments with form and color. Roland Penrose's introductory essay on Picasso was published in 1971, when the great master was still alive. Penrose himself was recognized as a painter, and his longstanding friendship with Picasso gave him a unique perspective on his life and work. David Lomas has written a foreword that introduces us to the friendship of these two artists. He has also written notes for each full-page color image, discussing the image in detail, making this book a perfect introduction to the most famous artist of the twentieth century.