Science and Charity

"Science and Charity" is an oil on canvas painting created by Pablo Picasso in 1897, during his early years in Barcelona. As a remarkable example of genre painting and Realism, it depicts a compassionate scene featuring a sick patient in bed, attended by a doctor and a nun holding a child. The work reflects Picasso’s academic training and talent before he developed his distinctive style. Housed in the Museu Picasso in Barcelona, this painting showcases Picasso's foundational skills and his focus on realistic portrayals at a young age.