The artwork titled “God’s Salon,” created by René Magritte in 1948 in Brussels, Belgium, is an oil on canvas painting that adheres to the Surrealism movement. With dimensions measuring 72 x 64 cm, this landscape genre piece currently resides in a private collection.
The artwork portrays a serene yet mysterious scene dominated by a stately mansion framed by abundant foliage on either side. The nocturnal setting is accentuated by a dark, star-studded sky featuring a crescent moon shining down upon the tranquil garden. The trees exhibit a variety of colors, from lush green to deep reds and purples, which gives a surreal and vivid touch to the natural surroundings. The mansion, with its distinct architectural elements, stands solemnly, illuminated by a subtle light emanating from within, adding to the enigmatic and contemplative ambiance of the landscape. The solitary figure near the entrance of the mansion conveys a sense of solitude and introspection, enhancing the overall enigmatic essence characteristic of Magritte’s surrealistic expression.
