The artwork titled “Little Marie” was created by Paul Delvaux in 1969, falling under the Surrealism art movement. It is a portrait genre piece with dimensions measuring 74.5 by 62.5 cm.
The artwork features a young woman standing in the foreground, dressed in a peculiar combination of attire—a white garment laid over what appears to be a dark blue corset, accentuating a sense of surrealism as per the movement’s characteristics. Her blonde hair is pulled back, and she gazes downward with a contemplative or melancholic expression. In the background, intricate structures reminiscent of Gothic architecture rise under a clear sky, lending an otherworldly ambiance to the scene. A single lit candle rests on a round table, adding to the enigmatic and introspective mood of the composition. The detailing in the surroundings, including the lush greenery and distant buildings, enhances the sense of depth and surreal quality that characterizes Paul Delvaux’s distinctive style.
