This catalogue raisonné meticulously documents Pablo Picasso's artistic output during the tumultuous war years, specifically from 1937 to 1953. Christian Zervos, a renowned art historian and critic, compiles this comprehensive study, drawing upon extensive archival research and direct engagement with Picasso's oeuvre. The work presents a chronological and thematic examination of Picasso's paintings, sculptures, drawings, and prints created during this critical period, offering insights into the artist's response to historical events and his evolving creative process.

This catalogue raisonné is regarded as a foundational scholarly resource for understanding Picasso's work during a pivotal period of his career. Art historians and critics rely on Zervos's meticulous research and comprehensive cataloguing to analyze the evolution of Picasso's style and his engagement with the historical context of the mid-20th century. The detailed entries and reproductions provide essential material for academic study and appreciation of Picasso's artistic legacy.