Les Demoiselles d'Avignon; Relativity and the Unconscious

The video explores Picasso's 'Les Demoiselles d'Avignon' within the context of 1907's rapid cultural changes. It discusses the influence of technological advancements, Einstein's theory of simultaneity, and Freud's ideas on the unconscious. Picasso's painting is analyzed for its geometric style and conceptual approach, reflecting the era's uncertainty and new ways of perceiving time and reality.

In what ways does Freud's theory relate to the interpretation of Picasso's work?

Discuss how Picasso's approach to painting differs from traditional figurative art.