This book celebrates the centenary of Pablo Picasso's birth, offering a visual retrospective of his prolific career through the lens of photographer David Douglas Duncan. Duncan, a renowned war photographer and personal friend of Picasso, gained unprecedented access to the artist's studios and private life. The book presents a curated selection of photographs, many previously unpublished, capturing Picasso at work, in his personal moments, and surrounded by his art, providing an intimate portrait of the artist and his creative process.

This volume is recognized as a significant photographic tribute to Pablo Picasso, leveraging the unique access and perspective of David Douglas Duncan. The collection is valued for its intimate portrayal of the artist and its extensive visual documentation of his oeuvre. It serves as both a biographical sketch and an art historical resource, offering a personal yet comprehensive look at one of the 20th century's most influential figures.