The artwork entitled “Island of Treasures” was created by the artist René Magritte in 1942 in Carcassonne, France. Executed using gouache on paper, this symbolic painting epitomizes the Surrealism movement and measures 33 x 48.7 cm. The piece is currently housed in the Magritte Museum in Brussels, Belgium.
The artwork portrays a surreal scene featuring a cluster of human figures intricately integrated with plant forms. The figures emerge from a reddish, earthy terrain, their bodies seamlessly blending into the foliage. The sky is rendered in soft, gradient tones, transitioning from pale blue to a subtle gray, which hints at a calm and enigmatic atmosphere. The juxtaposition of elements, typical of Magritte’s symbolic and surrealist style, invites the viewer to contemplate the deeper meaning behind the union of human and natural forms in this isolated, ethereal landscape. The sea in the background adds an element of vastness and mystery to the overall composition, further enhancing its otherworldly quality.
