The artwork titled “All lanes of lilac evening” by Max Ernst, created in 1975 in Paris, France, is part of the “Birds in Danger” series. It is a symbolic painting crafted using collage, etching, and paper, belonging to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement. The dimensions of the artwork are 54.4 x 41.7 cm.
In “All lanes of lilac evening,” the composition features an abstract bird-like form with linear patterns and circular elements intersecting and overlapping. The central figure, resembling a bird, is depicted with an interplay of geometric shapes and vivid colors amidst a subdued background. Below and above the figure, complementary circular illustrations add to the symbolic narrative of the piece. The artwork employs a minimalist color palette, predominantly utilizing shades of blue and white with accents of red, yellow, and black, to create a visually engaging and thought-provoking piece.
