Juggler with Still Life 1905

"Juggler with Still Life" (1905) by Pablo Picasso is a pastel on paper drawing that features a standing figure of a man in a blue jumpsuit, standing in front of a still life of a jug and a plate of fruit on a table. The simple composition and minimal details are characteristic of Picasso's early work, which was influenced by the avant-garde movements of the early 20th century. The elongated figure and the muted tones of the drawing contribute to a sense of quiet contemplation and restraint. The subject matter of the juggler is significant as Picasso often explored themes of the circus and popular entertainment in his early work.