Pablo Ruiz Picasso (born October 25, 1881 in Málaga, Spain died April 08, 1973 in Mougins, France), often referred to simply as Picasso, was a Spanish School of Paris painter, sculptor, etcher, lithographer, ceramist and designer, whose influence on 20th century art is unparalleled. The full name recorded on his birth certificate and baptismal record, incorporating names of saints and family members,  is Pablo Diego José Francisco de Paula Juan Nepomuceno María de los Remedios Cipriano de la Santísima Trinidad Clito Ruiz y Picasso. One of the most recognized figures in 20th century art, he is best known as the co-founder, along with Georges Braque, of cubism. The illustration by Pablo Picasso, "Scène Erotique II 02-08-1962," 1962, appears on the cover of THE GOLDKORN VARIATIONS courtesy of the Estate of Pablo Picasso / Artists Rights Society (ARS), and the Pace Gallery.