The artwork “Crucifixion (study)” was created by Pablo Picasso in 1930. This piece is associated with the Surrealism art movement and serves as a sketch and study. The Surrealist movement is known for its exploration of the unconscious mind and the juxtaposition of unusual images to defy the conventions of reality.
The artwork presents a series of distorted and abstract figures that float against a neutral background, their forms intermingling in a way that disrupts the viewer’s understanding of spatial relationships and anatomy. Despite the abstract qualities, elements allude to the crucifixion, such as a ladder and shapes possibly representing the cross, although these icons are not immediately obvious. Picasso’s drawing is characterized by fluid lines and organic shapes, conveying movement and a dream-like quality typical of Surrealist works. It is a testament to his experimental approach to form and his ability to evoke emotion through abstraction and symbolic representation.
