Pablo Picasso was a Spanish painter, sculptor, printmaker, ceramicist and stage designer considered one of the greatest and most influential artists. Throughout the long course of his career, he created more than 20,000 paintings, drawings, sculptures, ceramics and other items such as costumes and theater. His evolution as an artist was marked by distinct periods, each reflecting a unique blend of innovation and emotion, starting famously with the Blue Period. During his Cubist phase, Picasso challenged traditional forms and perspectives, breaking down objects into geometric shapes and reassembling them in abstract ways. As Picasso continued to experiment and push boundaries, he co-founded the Cubist movement and collaborated with other influential artists like Georges Braque. In addition to his innovative artistic contributions, Picasso was also known for his colorful personal life and relationships with various women who often inspired his work. Despite facing personal challenges and political turmoil during his lifetime, Picasso's legacy as an artistic revolutionary and cultural icon remains unparalleled to this day.

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