Pablo Picasso (1881–1973) was a Spanish painter, sculptor, printmaker, ceramicist, and stage designer who stands among the most influential artists of the 20th century. By pioneering movements such as Cubism and reshaping the rules of representation, Picasso radically challenged traditional perspectives. Throughout his prolific career, he explored diverse styles, periods, and mediums, including his famed Blue and Rose Periods, as well as his groundbreaking Cubist works. Among his most celebrated pieces are "Les Demoiselles d’Avignon" and "Guernica," which capture not only his innovative approach but also his profound engagement with sociopolitical themes, cementing his legacy as one of modern art’s greatest visionaries.