1971 TИte dhomme 2 Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) Period of creation: 1962-1973

Here we see a portrait rendered in a deliberately simplified and fragmented style. The subjects face is bisected by a stark division of color – one side dominated by warm reddish-brown tones representing hair, the other by cool blues. This immediate visual split suggests duality or internal conflict within the individual depicted.
The facial features themselves are stylized to an almost childlike degree; the eyes are reduced to simple dots, the nose is a blunt shape, and the mouth a thin line. This simplification moves away from realistic representation, instead prioritizing emotional expression over precise likeness. The use of yellow for the forehead introduces another unexpected color element, drawing attention to the brow area and potentially suggesting anxiety or heightened awareness.
The figures attire is indicated by broad strokes of blue, punctuated with small, irregular green shapes clustered around the neck. These appear as stylized foliage – perhaps leaves or a collar – adding an organic, almost unsettling element to the composition. The scattering of these green forms across the chest and shoulders further disrupts the sense of wholeness and stability.
The background is plain white, which serves to isolate the figure and intensify the impact of the colors and shapes used in the portrait. This stark contrast emphasizes the subject’s presence while simultaneously creating a feeling of detachment or alienation. The overall effect is one of psychological complexity conveyed through an unconventional visual language; it hints at a fractured identity struggling for coherence.