René Magritte Belgian, 1898-1967

Experience the captivating duality of René Magritte's "The Empire of Light" at the Guggenheim Foundation in Venice. This masterpiece is a paradoxical blend of day and night, where a luminous sky casts daylight over a house shrouded in the mystery of twili
René Magritte, Empire of Light, 1953–54, The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Venice
René Magritte (1898-1967) was a Belgian surrealist artist renowned for his thought-provoking and witty images that challenge observers' perceptions of reality. His work often juxtaposes ordinary objects in unusual contexts, giving new meanings to familiar things. Magritte's use of simple graphics and everyday objects made the surreal feel strangely accessible, leaving a lasting impression on the art world.