Mapping Pablo Picasso's cultural network – CARTAS

The CARTAS project aims to undertake a thorough mapping of Pablo Picasso's network. Its primary objective is to conduct a profound analysis of the structure and evolution of this network across time and space, tracing from the artist's early movements between Barcelona and Paris to his eventual passing in Mougins, France. CARTAS endeavors to enrich our comprehension of how Picasso's network members have shaped the international cultural landscape over the past century. With the current absence of a comprehensive mapping or an open database documenting this network, the anticipated outcomes of this project will be poised to address this significant gap.
CARTAS is built upon two foundational assumptions: firstly, it posits that this cultural network, potentially one of the most expansive of the last century, provides fertile ground for uncovering previously overlooked international intellectual dynamics; secondly, it suggests that certain cultural interactions have remained largely unexplored by the experts, leaving the roles of certain network members as an open avenue for scientific exploration. To substantiate these assertions, CARTAS will embark on an in-depth analysis of Pablo Picasso's cultural network, scrutinizing the profiles, connections, and collaborations of its constituents.