Mother and child (Marie-Therese and Maya) 1938

"Mother and Child (Marie-Therese and Maya)" is a 1938 painting by Pablo Picasso depicting his lover Marie-Therese Walter and their daughter Maya. This artwork exemplifies Picasso's Cubist style, showcasing fragmented forms and multiple perspectives. The figures are simplified and rendered in a bold, geometric manner, with a limited color palette emphasizing the primary hues of blue, green, and red. The work is characterized by a sense of intimacy and tenderness, as the mother cradles her child in a loving embrace. This painting exemplifies Picasso's exploration of family themes within his artistic practice.