Christine Ruiz-Picasso mit 97 gestorben
Christine Ruiz-Picasso, the daughter-in-law of Pablo Picasso and a pivotal figure in the establishment of the Museo Picasso Málaga, has passed away at the age of 97 in her home in Provence. As the widow of Picasso’s eldest son, Paul, she was instrumental in fulfilling the artist's wish to have a dedicated museum in his birthplace. Alongside her son Bernard, she donated over 230 works to form the core of the institution's permanent collection.
Her death marks the end of an era for one of the most significant legacies in the Picasso estate. Through her persistent advocacy and immense generosity, she transformed Málaga’s cultural landscape, turning the Museo Picasso Málaga into a premier international destination that attracts nearly 800,000 visitors annually. Her work ensured that the artist's personal and familial history remains accessible to the public in the city of his birth.