The roofs of Barcelona 1903

"The Roofs of Barcelona" was created by Pablo Picasso in 1903. This oil on canvas painting depicts a view of the rooftops of Barcelona. Picasso's unique style, characterized by flat planes of color and simplified forms, is evident in this work. The cityscape is rendered in a muted palette of blues and greens, emphasizing the geometric shapes of the buildings. This early work of Picasso displays a move towards Cubism, a style that would define his artistic career.