1942 Nature morte Е la guitare Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) Period of creation: 1931-1942

The composition presents a still life arrangement rendered in a fractured and fragmented style. A guitar dominates the foreground, its form deconstructed into geometric planes that shift in color from orange-red to deep violet. The instruments neck extends diagonally across the canvas, displaying an abstracted fretboard delineated with black lines.
Behind the guitar, a framed picture leans precariously against what appears to be a wall or backdrop. This frame is rendered primarily in shades of yellow and brown, its ornate detailing reduced to simplified curves and angular shapes. The surface within the frame itself is dark, almost black, offering no discernible imagery. It functions more as an opaque void than a window onto another scene.
Below the guitar and partially obscured by it sits a wine glass, also broken down into facets of color – predominantly blue-green and grey. A small, red object, possibly a piece of fruit or a stylized form, rests near the base of the glass.
The background is a muted green, providing a relatively uniform plane against which these objects are set. The artist employs a limited palette, relying on variations within yellows, reds, blues, and greens to define forms and create depth.
A sense of instability pervades the work. The tilted frame, the precarious placement of the guitar, and the fragmented nature of the objects all contribute to this feeling. This visual disruption suggests a questioning of traditional perspective and representation. The absence of any recognizable narrative or symbolic content within the framed picture invites contemplation on themes of concealment, loss, or perhaps even censorship – hinting at an underlying emotional weight that transcends the simple depiction of everyday objects. The guitar itself, often associated with music and cultural expression, is rendered in a way that seems to suppress its inherent vibrancy, suggesting a potential commentary on silenced voices or suppressed creativity.