Dora Maar
Dora Maar was a French photographer and painter, best known for her tumultuous relationship with Pablo Picasso. She became his muse during the late 1930s and played a significant role in his artistic process, influencing works such as 'Guernica.' Maar documented their relationship through her photography, capturing intimate moments and the complexities of their lives together. Her artistic talent and unique perspective contributed to the Surrealist movement, and her work has gained renewed interest in recent years as part of the broader narrative of women artists in the 20th century.
Born on Nov 22, 1907 (118 years old)
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Haiti:
Dora Maar was a photographer and a muse for surrealists, who was also the companion of Pablo Picasso.
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Denmark:
The work is believed to depict the French painter and photographer Dora Maar, who was Picasso's muse and lover.
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Ireland:
Dora Maar was Picasso's lover and had a profound influence on his work, particularly Guernica.
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Cabo Verde:
Dora Maar is known for her numerous portraits of Picasso and was his companion for about ten years.
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Spain:
Dora Maar was the subject of a newly discovered portrait by Picasso, painted during the later part of their relationship.
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Monaco:
Dora Maar, a renowned photographer, is recognized for her numerous portraits of Picasso.
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France:
The painting shows Dora Maar in a state of sadness but with a harmonious face.
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United Kingdom:
Maar is credited with being Picasso’s muse as well as his subject and lover, but she was a surrealist photographer in her own right.
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United Kingdom:
Dora Maar is often identified with Picasso's Weeping Woman, representing grief for the victims of war.
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Australia:
Dora Maar is best remembered for her eight-year relationship with Pablo Picasso and is regarded as a muse to his genius.
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