The artwork titled “Seated Woman” is a work by Pablo Picasso, created in 1971. This oil on canvas painting belongs to the genre of nude painting (nu) and is associated with the Surrealism art movement. The artwork measures 130.2 x 97 cm, featuring a composition that depicts the form of a woman.
The painting showcases Picasso’s characteristic style of distorted figures and fragmented perspective, elements that are emblematic of his innovative approach to visual representation. The figure of the woman is rendered with a complexity that challenges conventional forms, employing a collage-like assembly of shapes that provides a multifaceted view of the subject. The woman appears to be seated, with her body represented through bold lines and shapes that suggest volume and depth. The use of color is both restrained and strategic, directing the viewer’s focus to the central figure while also contributing to the sense of abstraction. Evident in this work are the influences of Cubism, a movement Picasso co-founded, yet the painting also exudes the dreaml-like and irrational qualities associated with Surrealism, indicating a synthesis of artistic techniques and sensibilities. The painting’s composition conveys an intense sense of introspection and complexity, reflecting the artist’s continued exploration of form and the human figure even in the later stages of his prolific career.
