Picasso works dazzle at M+

Hong Kong's first significant exhibition in over a decade dedicated to the works of cubist master Pablo Picasso, featuring more than 60 masterpieces, opens to the public tomorrow at M+ Museum.

Entitled "The Hong Kong Jockey Club Series: Picasso for Asia -A Conversation," the notable pieces on display include iconic "Portrait of a Man" (1902-1903), "The Acrobat" (1930), "Figures by the Sea" (1931), and sculpture "Goat Skull, Bottle and Candle" (1951-1953).

The masterpieces were selected from the Musee National Picasso-Paris, which houses the largest collection of Picasso's creations worldwide.

Visitors will have the opportunity to explore Picasso's life through four artistic archetypes - The Genius, The Outsider, The Magician, and The Apprentice - which provide insight into why he is regarded as the quintessential artist of the 20th century.

The exhibition will also highlight a rich intercultural and intergenerational dialogue, offering unique perspectives on Picasso's wide-reaching influence by showcasing around 130 works by 30 Asian and Asian-diasporic artists active today and in the recent past.

Additionally, M+ Cinema will present "Jockey Club Community Outreach and Arts Education Programmes: Picasso on Film -The Making of an Icon" to complement the exhibition.

Speaking at the launch of the exhibition, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law Shuk-pui said the government aims to attract tourists and promote the integration of culture and tourism through international exhibitions and performances. High-quality exhibitions will help Hong Kong move closer to this goal, she said.