Lodola (1930 – 1931) by Francis Picabia

Lodola - Francis Picabia - 1930 - 1931

Artwork Information

TitleLodola
ArtistFrancis Picabia
Date1930 - 1931
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions196 x 130 cm
Art MovementSurrealism
Current LocationPrivate Collection

About Lodola

“Lodola,” an oil on canvas painting by Francis Picabia, dates from 1930 to 1931. Measuring 196 x 130 cm, this Surrealist work belongs to the artist’s “Transparencies” series and is currently held in a private collection. It is classified as a mythological painting.

The artwork encapsulates a dreamlike and mythological scene, typical of the Surrealist movement. Dominating the composition is an ethereal figure entwined with a large, fantastical creature rendered in rich, layered tones. The scene exudes a sense of otherworldliness and mystery, augmented by the use of transparent layers—a hallmark of Picabia’s “Transparencies” series. The figure and the creature appear enmeshed, creating a complex visual interplay that asks the viewer to ponder the nature of their relationship. The subtleties in color and form enhance the surreal and enigmatic quality of the artwork.

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