Aristophanes' "Lysistrata"

published 1934

Pablo Picasso

Associated Names
Pablo Picasso

Artist, Spanish, 1881 - 1973

Artwork overview

  • Medium

    portfolio of five etchings and one etching and aquatint

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.6737-6742

  • Copyright

    © 2012 Estate of Pablo Picasso/Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

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Associated Artworks

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The image shows six individuals from the waist up, gathered in what appears to be a conversation or a ritual. The central figure stands to the right, in profile with one arm raised, holding fabric, wearing an elaborate hairpiece and a draped garment with decorative edges. The surrounding figures face various directions with neutral expressions, featuring different hairstyles and clothing. The background is simple linework, emphasizing the foreground figures.

Spartan Envoys (Serment des femmes)

Pablo Picasso

1934

The image shows a full-length illustration of several figures standing closely together. Each figure has varied body orientations and some appear to be engaged in a conversation. The figures have detailed faces with linear expressions, distinct noses, eyes, and curly or wavy hair. They wear elaborate armor, including helmets with crests, cloaks with patterns, and hold long spears and shields with designs. The background is minimalistic, with no clear natural or architectural elements depicted beyond a suggestion of steps or a platform.

Negotiation between the Athenians and the Spartan Envoys (Accord entre les guerriers de Sparte d'Athenes)

Pablo Picasso

1934

The illustration depicts two stylized figures with intricate line work. The upper figure is shown from the chest up, with a serene expression and flowing hair. The lower figure embraces the upper body, featuring a beard, curled hair, detailed face, and a headband. The figures are surrounded by geomterical patterns in a stylized interior setting. The illustration is in black and white, with a signature and numerical annotation present.

Kinesias and Myrrhine (Cinesias et Myrrhine)

Pablo Picasso

1934

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