David Duncan Douglas Livres

The bond between Pablo Picasso and Lump, a stray dachshund, serves as the focal point of this photographic collection. Captured by David Douglas Duncan, these images highlight the deep connection between the artist and his canine companion, illustrating how Lump inspired Picasso's creativity. This unique portrayal offers a glimpse into a lesser-known chapter of 20th-century art history, showcasing the interplay between art and companionship.

David Douglas Duncan introduced Lump, a stray dachshund, to Pablo Picasso in 1957. It was love at first sight, and Lump became the artist's inseparable companion and sometime muse. This collection of photographs, celebrating Picasso and Lump's relationship, is a record of mini-chapter in the history of 20th-century art.

Stretching from the deserts of Morocco through central Africa to Malaya, the world of Islam is captured in portraits and landscapes by an acclaimed photographer

A celebratory collection of over one hundred of the finest photographs ever taken of Picasso at work and play evokes the extraordinary vitality and creative, emotional depth of this great artist

David Douglas Duncan's photography captures the spectrum of human experience, highlighting both serene moments and the chaos of war. Starting in the 1930s, he documented World War II as a Marine, creating powerful images that resonate with emotion. His work with Life magazine showcased significant historical events, including the end of British rule in India and various global conflicts. Duncan's return to war during the Vietnam War resulted in two iconic books that reflect the American soldiers' experience with profound clarity and empathy.

The Intimate Photographic Profile of The World's Greatest Artist

For the last 17 years of Picasso's life, David Douglas Duncan was a friend of the artist and his family. He took 25,000 photographs of the man himself, his paintings and his studio. In this book, Duncan shares his most candid images of Picasso at work.