Pablo Picasso's 1907 painting 'Les Demoiselles d'Avignon' shocked and outraged Parisian society, marking a significant shift in modernist art. Critics, including Henri Matisse, condemned the work for its aggressive representation of naked women, who directly engage the viewer's gaze, contrasting with traditional depictions of passive nudes. The painting was perceived as a violent break from artistic tradition, illustrating a broader cultural upheaval. As a symbol of both sexual freedom and modernity, it prompted fierce debate over moral values and artistic expression, heralding the dawn of cubism and the modern era in art.
Picasso's 'Les Demoiselles d'Avignon' sparked outrage in Parisian society for its radical departure from traditional representation of nude figures in art.
Henri Matisse criticized Picasso’s work as a hoax, claiming it attempted to portray the fourth dimension, showcasing the resistance of traditional artists.
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