Tête de garçon II (Head of a Boy II) 1962

"Tête de garçon II (Head of a Boy II)" is a 1962 drypoint etching by Pablo Picasso. This work exemplifies Picasso’s late period style, where he focused on simplified forms and bold lines to convey emotion. The stark contrast between the dark background and the white of the boy's head creates a sense of drama and depth. The viewer is left wondering about the boy's expression, which is obscured by the heavy shadows of the etching. This piece, like much of Picasso's work, explores the complexity of human expression and the power of abstraction to communicate meaning.