Flower seller

Pablo Picasso’s 1901 artwork Flower Seller is an early example of his exploration into genre painting, depicting a young girl selling flowers. Created using oil on cardboard, the piece reflects Picasso’s initial engagement with the everyday life themes typical of Impressionism. This work marks a transitional moment in Picasso’s career as he moved toward more complex emotional and stylistic expressions. Flower Seller reveals his developing sensitivity to social realities, setting the stage for his later, more renowned periods.