The artwork, titled “Breton Woman,” was created by Tsuguharu Foujita in 1956. It belongs to the Magic Realism art movement and is categorized within the portrait genre.
The artwork depicts a young woman with delicate features, swathed in a soft, hooded veil that frames her gentle visage. She holds a flute in her hands, poised as if ready to play a melody. Birds, intricately detailed, perch around her—a single bird rests on her head, while three others sit beside her. The composition radiates a dreamy, almost surreal quality, characteristic of Magic Realism, capturing an ethereal and enchanting moment in time. The muted, earthy tones combined with the precise outlines and delicate shading evoke a palpable sense of calm and serenity. The presence of a birdcage in the background adds a subtle narrative element, suggestive of freedom and captivity.
