*The Kiss* (1969), A Painting by Picasso, Unframed Canvas Pr..More

*The Kiss* (1969)- The theme of the couple, omnipresent throughout Picasso's career, became virtually an obsession toward the end of his life. Picasso's This masterpiece only shows two heads joined by a single line occupying the entire pictorial space. Picasso does not hesitate to deform the faces in order to bring them closer together: "Of the two, he makes but one, to express the intimate fusion that takes place during the act of kissing." The noses mold themselves into a mutual contour; the mouths bite each other; the woman's eyes, both of which are visible even though she is shown in profile, have moved up her forehead, which is tilted back. *PABLO PICASSO (1881-1973) is universally renowned as one of the most influential and celebrated artists of the twentieth century; in terms of art, and art movements that occurred over this period. Before the age of 50, the Spanish born artist had become the most well-known name in modern art, with the most distinct style and eye for artistic creation. There had been no other artists, prior to Picasso, who had such an impact on the art world, or had a mass following of fans and critics alike, as he did. Throughout the long course of his career, he created more than 20,000 paintings, drawings, sculptures, ceramics and other items such as costumes and theater sets. His art career can be divided in major breakthroughs & periods like Blue period, Rose Period, Cubism, Surrealism, Neoclassicism & Sculpture.