Picasso; The Early Years 1881-1907

Palau i Fabre, Josep. Picasso; The Early Years 1881-1907. New York: Rizzoli, 1981. First edition. Folio (11¾” x 12¼”), 559, [1]pp. Fine beige cloth boards with black gilt label. Dust jacket is near fine with some shelf ware and slight edge wear. Pristine interior with 1587 illustrations, 361 in color. Housed in a black cloth slip case. White lettering on front. Slip case has minor discoloration, bumps on extremities, a couple of white scratches on the sides, and a tear on top of spine.

The book explores the formative period of Pablo Picasso’s artistic career, focusing on the influences, techniques, and works that defined his early development. It examines Picasso’s creative journey from childhood through his Blue and Rose periods, offering insights into his artistic evolution and the cultural and historical context in which he worked. It features analysis of his drawings, paintings, and sketches, providing a detailed view of this critical phase in his career. Fine in near fine dustjacket in near fine dust jacket. Hardcover. (54681) $85