The book focuses on Picasso’s ability to experiment in different genres, from still-life to portraiture, from the playful and decorative collages executed during World War I, to the sophisticated realism of the years of his association with Diagilhev. It also documents the long-term impact of the ltalian journey on Picasso’s art. With over 100 works, including iconic paintings, drawings and photographs, shows masterpieces and key works of this period, illuminating the classical elements throughout the artist’s career.