Family of acrobats (study) 1905

"Family of Acrobats (Study)" is a 1905 pastel on paper drawing by Pablo Picasso. The artwork depicts a group of circus performers, including a man in a jester's hat, a woman with a young girl, and a pair of acrobats. The drawing is notable for its use of expressive lines and bold colors, which capture the energy and movement of the circus. The background features a blurred scene of horses and riders, suggesting a chaotic and lively environment. This work showcases Picasso's early development of a unique style, characterized by angular forms and fragmented compositions that would later define Cubism.