“Homesickness,” created by the surrealist artist René Magritte in 1940, is an oil painting on canvas executed in Carcassonne, France. The artwork, which measures 102 by 81 cm, falls within the genre of symbolic painting.
The artwork features a man with wings, dressed formally, leaning against a bridge railing, gazing into the distance. Next to him sits a lion, appearing regal and serene. The background features a softly illuminated sky, contributing to the dreamlike and contemplative ambience. A street lamp stands alone, adding to the sense of solitude and introspection. The juxtaposition of the winged figure and the lion, typical of Magritte’s surrealist style, evokes a sense of mystery and symbolism, inviting viewers to explore the underlying meaning of the scene.
