Marie-Thérèse Walter: Biography, Facts and Career
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Marie-Thérèse Walter (13 July 1909 – 20 October 1977) was a French model and lover of Pablo Picasso, with whom she had a daughter, Maya Widmaier-Picasso. Walter is known as Picasso's "golden muse." She inspired numerous artworks and sculptures that he created of her during their relationship, which began when she was 17 years old and Picasso was 45 and married to his first wife, Olga Khokhlova. It ended after Picasso moved on to his next relationship with artist Dora Maar. Walter died from an apparent suicide at the age of 68 in 1977.
Quick facts about Marie-Thérèse Walter
- Full name: Marie-Thérèse Walter
- Born: 1909-07-13
- Nationality: France
- Known as: Fashion figure
- Wikidata ID: Q463653
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Who is Marie-Thérèse Walter?
Marie-Thérèse Walter (13 July 1909 – 20 October 1977) was a French model and lover of Pablo Picasso, with whom she had a daughter, Maya Widmaier-Picasso.
What nationality is Marie-Thérèse Walter?
Marie-Thérèse Walter is France.
When was Marie-Thérèse Walter born?
Marie-Thérèse Walter was born on 1909-07-13.
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