Color lithograph, paper 36 x 26 cm (inside the mat), dimensions: 47 x 37 cm, dated “10.3.59” and inscribed “VIII pour jacqueline Reine” and signed “Picasso” on the plate p.g.;
Publisher: Éditions Cercle d'Art, Paris, produced at Atelier Mourlot.
(Cercle d'Art, Paris, was founded by Charles Feld and Mourlot typographer Fernand Chenot in 1949 on the initiative of Pablo Picasso. One of the first lithographs produced by Cercle d'Art was a series of 29 drawings by Picasso).
Pablo Picasso, an outstanding Spanish painter, sculptor, and printmaker, was one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. His work, characterized by a diversity of styles and techniques, had an enormous impact on the development of modern art. Picasso was a co-founder of Cubism and also experimented with Surrealism and Expressionism. Picasso was also known for his turbulent personal life and numerous relationships with women, who often became muses for his work.
Jacqueline Roque, Picasso’s last wife, was not only his life partner but also his muse and inspiration. Their relationship, despite the significant age difference, was very strong and passionate. Fascinated by her beauty, personality, and temperament, Picasso dedicated many of his works to her. Jacqueline was a woman of strong character and an artistic soul, which fascinated Picasso and influenced his work.
To him, Jacqueline was the embodiment of femininity, strength, and independence
The painting "Jacqueline" is one of many examples of Picasso’s fascination with Jacqueline. The artist depicted her as a strong and independent woman capable of taming the wild horse. The composition of the painting is dynamic and full of energy, which emphasizes Jacqueline’s strength and determination.
Pablo Picasso met Jacqueline Roque in 1952 in Vallauris, where she worked in a ceramics studio. At the time, Picasso was 70 and Jacqueline was 26. Their relationship began while Picasso was still married to Françoise Gilot, with whom he had two children.
Jacqueline Roque was Pablo Picasso’s second wife. His first wife was Olga Khokhlova, a Russian ballerina, with whom Picasso had a son, Paulo. He also had an open relationship with the model and muse Marie-Thérèse, and later with Françoise Gilot, who bore him two children. Pablo Picasso met Jacqueline Roque in 1952 in Vallauris, where she worked in a ceramics studio. At the time, Picasso was 70 and Jacqueline was 26. Their relationship began while Picasso was still involved with Françoise Gilot,
After Olga Khokhlova’s death in 1961, Picasso married Jacqueline Roque.
Pablo Picasso and Jacqueline Roque had no children together. Picasso had four children from his marriage and previous relationships.
After Picasso’s death in 1973, Jacqueline Roque became his principal heir. She inherited a vast collection of his works, as well as his estate. After Picasso’s death, Jacqueline devoted herself to preserving and promoting his work. She died in 1986.
