“Discovery,” created by Rene Magritte in 1927 in Belgium, is an oil on canvas artwork representing the Surrealism art movement. This symbolic painting, measuring 65 by 50 cm, is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a nude woman whose body is adorned with patterns reminiscent of a tiger’s stripes. The juxtaposition of the human form intertwined with these organic, animalistic markings evokes a sense of wonder and curiosity, characteristic of Surrealist works. The woman’s serene expression contrasts with the wild patterns covering her skin, further emphasizing the surreal and symbolic elements of the piece. Using a subdued color palette, Magritte masterfully merges the ordinary with the extraordinary, encouraging viewers to explore the deeper meaning concealed beneath the surface.
