National Gallery of Ireland unveils "Picasso: From the Studio," a journey through the artist's creative spaces
Pablo Picasso (1881-1973), 'The Studio at La Californie,' 1956. Musée National Picasso-Paris © Succession Picasso / DACS, London 2025 © GrandPalaisRmn (Musee National Picasso-Paris) / Mathieu Rabeau.
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The National Gallery of Ireland has launched its latest exhibition Picasso: From the Studio, retracing the steps of Picasso’s life through a collection of sculptures, painting and ceramics. Spanning more than 50 years of work, it is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to see so many works by one of the most influential artists of the 20th century in Ireland. The exhibition is organised in collaboration with Musée national Picasso-Paris and proudly supported by the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport and KMPG Ireland, Exhibition Partner.
Picasso: From the Studio invites visitors to explore the relationship between maker and place in the context of one of the world’s most well-known artists. Pablo Picasso (1881 – 1973) lived surrounded by his art. His personal life and his work, his homes and his studios were always intimately linked. This exhibition highlights the various facets and phases of his art and life, exploring the key locations that defined him. From his arrival in Paris at the start of the twentieth century to his final studio Notre-Dame-de-Vie (1961-1973) in Mougins, visitors will see paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and works on paper, as well as photographic and audio-visual works.
Patrick O’Donovan, Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport said: “To present an exhibition of works by one of the world’s most renowned artists at an Irish national cultural institution is a terrific moment. I’m delighted that my Department’s support has helped the National Gallery of Ireland to bring this world-class art to our island for local and international visitors to enjoy. The Department of Culture, Communications and Sport supports the work of our national cultural institutions in continuing to showcase Ireland as a leader on the world stage in terms of arts and culture.”
Speaking on the opening of the exhibition, Dr Caroline Campbell, Director of the National Gallery of Ireland, said: “Picasso’s influence is immeasurable. By focusing on the places in which he chose to create, Picasso: From the Studio offers an exciting opportunity to connect with his artistic journey new ways. This exhibition invites us to look beyond the canvas and discover the intimacy between artist and space, shedding new light on his most celebrated works.”
Janet McLean, Curator of Modern Art at the National Gallery of Ireland said: "The exhibition shows Picasso’s versatility as an artist. While he considered himself primarily as a painter, he was exceptional in his ability to turn his hand to any medium. The range of art - paintings, ceramics, sculptures, prints, and drawings - gives a sense of his boundless curiosity, energy, and inventiveness.”
Joanne Snrech, Curator at the Musée National Picasso-Paris said: “The collaboration between the Musée national Picasso-Paris and the National Gallery of Ireland is a momentous one. This exhibition not only showcases Picasso’s incredible range of media, but also brings visitors closer to understanding the deeply personal relationship he had with the spaces wherein which he worked.”
Picasso: From the Studio reveals the artistic process and visionary output of a modern master. By placing the works within the context of their creation, the exhibition presents 60 works from captivating perspectives.
