Back to where it all began. Málaga is where Pablo Picasso was born in 1881, and a bronze sculpture of the artist can be seen permanently parked on a bench in the city centre. Beyond this installation, Málaga welcomes three temporary exhibitions in 2023.
Picasso: Matter and Body (9 May to 10 September 2023) is on display at the Museo Picasso Málaga, and is dedicated to Picasso’s fascination with the human body and how it shaped his work, particularly his sculptures – moulded from various materials including bronze, iron, cement, steel, wood and plaster. After four months, this exhibit moves north to Bilbao for a stint in the iconic Guggenheim Museum (29 September 2023 to 14 January 2024).
Later in the year at Museo Picasso Málaga, The Echo of Picasso (3 October 2023 to 31 March 2024), examines the effect the artist has on the world and – most importantly – today’s art scene. The collection gathers 30 artists’ work all influenced by Picasso.
Elsewhere, The Stages of Picasso (21 June to 1 October 2023) at the Museo Casa Natal Picasso follows a chronological journey through Picasso’s work, with sections divided into important stages of Picasso’s life. It ranges from his childhood to the years spent with his muse and second wife Jacqueline Roque. When finished browsing the paintings, sculptures, and photographs, you can see another 800 permanent works at the museum, including a rare sketchbook with 80 of his drawings.