Why is Pablo Picasso so important to Spain's culture?

Cubism has become an important building block for the entire modern art movement. The idea of fragmenting and stylising real things, in particular human forms, paved the way for future abstract and surrealist painters. Picasso's Cubism was inspired by seeing an African art exhibition at the Trocadero Museum. read more

Picasso is one of the most important modern artists in history (if not the most), not in Spanish history, Miró or Goya are important artists in Spanish culture, Picasso is an important figure in the history of art globally. read more

Pablo Picasso's most important contribution to the world of art was his co-founding of the Cubist movement. He also contributed significantly to the invention of collage, constructed sculpture and the plastic arts. read more

Picasso also inspired many other artist in their own respectable art movements as well due to his passion in setting his own standard for what he wanted. One might not be fond of his works or find them confusing, but there is no doubt that without Pablo Picasso, modern art and the world would not be what it is today. read more