Picasso and his Dogs

An intimate and unexpected portrait of Pablo Picasso, Picasso and His Dogs offers a rare glimpse into the artist’s world seen through the quiet companionship of the animals that shaped his daily life. At its heart is Lump, the dachshund who became Picasso’s constant presence from 1957 until the end of his life, weaving himself into both the domestic and creative rhythms of the artist’s universe.

Set between the villa La Californie and Picasso’s inner circle, including Jacqueline, Claude and Paloma, the book reveals a softer, more personal dimension of one of the 20th century’s most influential figures. Richly illustrated with archival photographs and reproductions of his work, it captures moments that feel both candid and enduring.

Drawing on a literary tradition that reimagines lives through the lens of their canine companions, this volume forms part of a wider series exploring the relationship between artists and the “dogs of their lives”, extending to figures such as Andy Warhol, Peggy Guggenheim and Yves Saint Laurent.

Lighthearted yet erudite, it is a book that blends art, biography and storytelling — a collector’s piece for those drawn to culture, character and the unexpected details that shape a life.