Carrer d'Avinyo, 44 (Aviny贸 Street), Barcelona

An old street in the heart of Barcelona, Carrer d'Avinyo holds historical significance as the home of the brothel at number 44, which was said to have inspired Picasso's groundbreaking painting "Les Demoiselles d'Avignon" ("The Young Ladies of Avignon"), a masterpiece that marked the painter's transition toward the cubist movement. Revolutionizing the art world through its analysis, deconstruction, and reassembly of objects in an abstracted manner, cubism profoundly transformed Picasso's perception of art. Despite its initial lack of acceptance, the cubist style would ultimately emerge as one of the pivotal art movements of the 20th century.

Today, you can still locate the site where the former brothel stood on Carrer Avinyo. While the area is now renowned for its abundance of restaurants and cafes, the typically narrow medieval street retains much of its medieval charm, evoking the atmosphere that was prevalent during Picasso's time.

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Sight Name: Carrer d'Avinyo, 44 (Aviny贸 Street)
Sight Location: Barcelona, Spain (See walking tours in Barcelona)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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