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Goodbye Picasso – An intimate and visually compelling farewell portrait of Pablo Picasso by celebrated photographer David Douglas Duncan, featuring personal recollections, candid photography, and rare insight into the artist’s final years.
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Goodbye Picasso by David Douglas Duncan is one of the most personal and visually memorable books ever produced about Pablo Picasso. Written and photographed by the renowned American photojournalist who developed a close friendship with the artist during the later years of his life, this beautifully produced volume offers readers rare access to Picasso’s private world in the South of France.
Far more than a conventional biography, Goodbye Picasso combines deeply personal reflections with striking photographic studies and reproductions that capture the humour, intensity, creativity, and humanity of one of the twentieth century’s most influential artists. Duncan’s close relationship with Picasso allowed him unparalleled insight into the artist’s routines, working methods, domestic life, and final years, resulting in a publication that remains highly regarded among collectors of modern art literature and photography.
The book is especially notable for its iconic dust jacket artwork and bold design aesthetic, which immediately distinguish it on the shelf. Inside, readers encounter a rich visual narrative documenting Picasso’s homes, studios, artworks, family environment, and creative atmosphere during his later life. Duncan’s writing is warm, observant, and deeply respectful, making Goodbye Picasso an essential addition for anyone interested in Picasso, modern art movements, twentieth century European culture, or documentary photography.
Highly collectible in well-preserved condition, Goodbye Picasso continues to attract interest from art historians, collectors, gallery libraries, and admirers of Picasso’s legacy. An excellent acquisition for collectors of illustrated art books and significant modern art publications.
Condition – Near Fine
Near fine hardcover in a clipped dust jacket. The book remains exceptionally well preserved overall with clean, attractive boards and a strong binding. Internally clean and well presented. The dust jacket is bright and appealing with only the price clipping noted. A very handsome copy suitable for collectors and display.
