Woman reading (Olga) 1920

"Woman Reading (Olga)" is a 1920 oil painting by Pablo Picasso, depicting his wife Olga Khokhlova. The work captures a moment of quiet contemplation, with Olga seated in an armchair, her gaze fixed on a book. Picasso's signature Cubist style is evident in the fragmented forms and simplified lines, especially in the representation of Olga's face and the chair. The use of warm, earthy tones creates a sense of intimacy and domesticity, typical of Picasso's work from this period. The painting is a classic example of Picasso's exploration of portraiture, combining realism with a distinct modernist aesthetic.