PICASSO — “Notre Dame de Vie: Secrets of a Studio’s Alcove” Text by Hélène Parmelin, Paris, 1966.

PICASSO — “Notre Dame de Vie: Secrets of a Studio’s Alcove” Text by Hélène Parmelin, Paris, 1966. A richly illustrated art book devoted to the late period of Pablo Picasso’s creative work at his Notre-Dame-de-Vie residence in Mougins, France. This rare volume captures the intimate atmosphere of the artist's studio and home, featuring a wealth of color reproductions and drawings, some printed on special paper, including lithographic plates. Parmelin’s text offers personal insights into Picasso’s daily routine, philosophical musings, and unique working methods. The book contains vivid illustrations of both abstract and figurative compositions, portraits, nudes, and animals, showcasing Picasso’s endless experimentation with color, form, and symbolism. The edition includes facsimiles of Picasso’s drawings and notes, as well as excerpts from conversations with the artist, providing a window into the life and mind of the 20th century’s greatest modern master. An essential collectible for Picasso scholars, bibliophiles, and connoisseurs of 20th-century art books. 30x30