Curator Chris Stephens takes us on a tour of Tate's 2012 exhibition Picasso and Modern British Art and discusses Pablo Picasso's extensive legacy and influence on British art. This influence played an important role in the acceptance of modern art in Britain.
Picasso and Modern British Art
Discover the fascinating story of Picasso’s lifelong connections to, and affection for, Britain
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