Dora Maar with Cat by Pablo Picasso

Dora Maar with Cat is a painting by Pablo Picasso painted in 1941. The painting shows Dora Maar, the artist's mistress, with a cat sitting on Dora's shoulder. This painting is one of the most expensive in the world, with a price tag of more than $95 million.

The cat featured here was perhaps used as a symbol of the feminine sexual values of Pablo Picasso's mistress and speaks directly to the viewer about the main focus of this portrait. The cat theme continues with Cat and Cat and Bird.

The use of color in this work of art is one of the reasons why the artist enjoys the finished work. It captures some of his feelings for Dora Maar and gives others insight into their relationship. Some of the woman's signature items will be carefully added to this canvas, such as the hat that she is remembered for often wearing. Many have suggested that the inclusion of the hat in this artwork also indicates that she was involved in the Surrealist movement.

Adjusted price: $100.7 Million | Original price: $95.2 Million