Woman with green stockings

"Woman with green stockings" is a notable oil painting from Picasso’s Blue Period, created in 1901. This Blue Period work reveals Picasso’s evolving style, influenced by Post-impressionism. The painting features a sensual depiction that borders on a nude painting (nu), emphasizing elongated forms and expressive color. The reverse side contains a caricature of Picasso’s friend Pere Mañach. Dubbed "La Gommeuse," the term was a slang for café-concert singers, adding cultural context. Sold at Sotheby’s for $67.5 million, it now ranks among the most expensive paintings ever sold, highlighting its artistic and monetary significance.