La durée poignardée (Time Transfixed)

René Magritte

Created:
Movement:
1938
Surrealism
key Notes:
Surreal juxtaposition; Illusory clock.
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Dimensions:
147 × 98.7 cm (57 7/8 × 38 7/8 in.)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Master
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La durée poignardée (Time Transfixed) by René Magritte

La durée poignardée (Time Transfixed), created in 1938 by René Magritte, is an exemplary work of Surrealism, executed in oil on canvas. The painting features a steam locomotive emerging from a fireplace, a juxtaposition that challenges the viewer's perception of reality and time. Magritte's use of everyday objects in unexpected contexts invites contemplation on the nature of existence and the subconscious. This work is emblematic of Magritte's ability to blend the ordinary with the extraordinary, a hallmark of his artistic style. Born in Belgium in 1898, Magritte became a leading figure in the Surrealist movement, influencing generations of artists with his thought-provoking imagery. "Time Transfixed" remains a significant piece in art history, reflecting Magritte's enduring impact on the exploration of reality and illusion.

Description of the work:

"La durée poignardée" (Time Transfixed) by René Magritte, created in 1938, is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Surrealist style through its juxtaposition of a train emerging from a fireplace, challenging perceptions of reality and time. The artwork is housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, where it continues to intrigue viewers with its enigmatic and dreamlike imagery.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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La durée poignardée (Time Transfixed)