Pablo Picasso, Bathers, mermaids, naked woman and minotaur, 1937
SKU: 194551
Pablo Picasso, Bathers, mermaids, naked woman and minotaur, 1937
"Bathers, Mermaids, Naked Woman and Minotaur" (1937) is a significant artwork by Pablo Picasso, reflecting the artist's exploration of mythology, symbolism, and the human form during a tumultuous period in history.
In this painting, Picasso presents a complex and enigmatic composition featuring various figures and mythological creatures. The central focus is on the minotaur, a creature from Greek mythology with the body of a man and the head of a bull, representing primal instincts and animalistic desires. Surrounding the minotaur are other figures, including bathers, mermaids, and a naked woman, each with its own symbolic significance.
The bathers and mermaids evoke themes of femininity, beauty, and sensuality, while the naked woman may represent vulnerability or the human condition. The juxtaposition of these figures with the minotaur creates a sense of tension and ambiguity, inviting viewers to interpret the painting's meaning in their own way.
Picasso's use of bold colors, expressive brushwork, and fragmented forms adds to the painting's sense of dynamism and emotional intensity. The composition is both chaotic and harmonious, reflecting the complexity of human experience and the interplay of desire, instinct, and myth.
"Bathers, Mermaids, Naked Woman and Minotaur" is a powerful example of Picasso's artistic vision and his ability to convey deep psychological and emotional truths through his work. It remains a compelling and thought-provoking artwork that continues to captivate viewers with its richness and complexity.
Materials
Materials
Cotton canvas, matte photo paper, fine art paper, pigmented inks.
- The canvas it's 99 % cotton, 450 gr/sqm;
- The matte photo paper it's acid-free (archival paper), 190 gr/sqm;
- The fine art photo paper it's satinated (semi-glossy), 140 gr/sqm.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Dispatching time: 1-2 days.
* AirMail option: The orders will be sent by priority registered mail, usually via client National Post (USPS, Canada Post, Royal Mail, LaPoste, Deutsche Post, PostNL, etc). The delivery times are not guaranteed, sometimes it will take longer and these are beyond our control. Tracking number will be provided. Clients from US and Canada cannot track the parcels as the tracking numbers are not rolled in USPS and Canada Post systems.
* UPS standard: The orders will be sent with UPS expedited option. The delivery time it's between 5-11 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.
* UPS express: : The orders will be sent with UPS express saver. The delivery time it's between 4-7 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.
Framing tips
Framing tips
Both type of materials, paper and canvas prints come rolled and will be need to be taken to your local framers.
The image it's printed with a border of 0.6 " (1.5 cm), for framing purposes only.
If you have already a frame, be sure you send us the exact size of the print that will fit inside the frame. We're printing on vectorial plotters so the size could slightly be more or less with 0.4" (1 cm).
If you plan to have the canvas print stretched on wooden frame, you'll need additional border, so please let us know after placing the order.
The images above was cropped from the image at the biggest size available (keeping the best quality and aspect /ratio), so, for good details please choose biggest dimensions that will suit your preferences / space.
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.
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