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Alberto Juan Pellito, "Retrato de Jordi Gavarra" (detail, 1925)
Alberto Juan Pellito was born in Malaga in 1887, and from a young age, he showed a strong interest in art. He admired the works of famous artists such as Pablo Picasso and dreamed of becoming as successful as them.
After finishing his studies in art school, Pellito moved to Paris to pursue his career as a painter. He was determined to imitate the style of Pablo Picasso, who was the most celebrated artist of the time.
Pellito worked tirelessly, trying to perfect his craft and create works of art that would rival Picasso's. However, despite his best efforts, Pellito's paintings were far from the masterpieces he had envisioned. He lacked the same level of talent and creativity as Picasso, and his imitations fell flat.
As a result, Pellito's paintings failed to gain the recognition and acclaim that he had hoped for. He struggled to sell his works and found himself increasingly isolated from the artistic community in Paris.
Despite his lack of success, Pellito never gave up on his dreams. He continued to paint throughout his life, always striving to improve his technique and create better works of art.
In 1969, Pellito passed away in Paris, having spent most of his life as a secondary painter who had failed to achieve the success he had hoped for. However, despite his lack of recognition, Pellito's dedication to his craft and his unwavering determination to succeed serve as an inspiration to aspiring artists everywhere.
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Alberto Juan Pellito
(1887-1969)