This is a painting of two small square panels with profile portraits. Each panel contains a profile view of a figure with distinct facial features and long hair. The objects are hinged frames with needle-like elements, suggesting they could be pin-back frames. The frames cast shadows on the plain background, creating depth. The style is reminiscent of René Magritte, known for surreal and thought-provoking imagery. The neutral background enhances the abstract composition, prompting viewers to ponder the significance of the isolated profile images within the frames.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1935/1942
- Medium
- watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
- Dimensions
- 3386 × 4178 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original