🧑‍🎨René Magritte was a Belgian painter, one of the main exponents of surrealism.
Among his most famous works are La Trahison des images ("This is not a pipe"), Le Château des Pyrénées and Le Fils de l'homme.
He explored paradox, ambiguity and restlessness through a visually uncluttered and realistic image.
He used recurring symbols such as:
- Apples: often green, they represent mystery and the ordinary.
- Bowler hats: symbol of the bourgeoisie and anonymous identity.
- Windows and doors: explore the boundaries between reality and illusion.
- Clouds and blue skies: a theme that challenges perception and identity.
- Veiled or faceless people: evoke the idea of loss, mystery and alienation.
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