Jug, candle and enamel pan 1945

This painting of a jug, candle and enamel pan was made by Pablo Picasso, we don’t know exactly when, using oil on canvas. There is something about the flatness and simplification of form in this painting that feels so playful. The jug is defined by clean, curving lines and planes of color, with a limited range of muted blues and whites. You can see how Picasso applied the paint thinly, almost like watercolor, allowing the canvas texture to peek through. I'm really drawn to the way the black triangle of the candle flame contrasts with the soft curves of the candlestick. It's like a little jolt of energy amidst the stillness of the objects. Picasso's approach reminds me a little of Braque, a contemporary of his, and it really reveals how the back-and-forth between these artists created something groundbreaking. Ultimately, this painting is a testament to the power of art to embrace multiple perspectives.