Melancholy of a Beautiful Day (1913; Paris, France) by Giorgio de Chirico

Melancholy of a Beautiful Day - Giorgio de Chirico - 1913; Paris, France

Artwork Information

TitleMelancholy of a Beautiful Day
ArtistGiorgio de Chirico
Date1913; Paris, France
Mediumoil,canvas
Art MovementMetaphysical art

About Melancholy of a Beautiful Day

“Melancholy of a Beautiful Day” is an artwork created by Giorgio de Chirico in 1913 in Paris, France, using oil on canvas. This work belongs to the Metaphysical art movement and is categorized under the genre of cityscape.

The artwork presents an enigmatic scene marked by pronounced architectural forms and statuesque elements. A row of arcaded buildings stretches across the left side, casting long shadows that accentuate the painting’s melancholic atmosphere. In the foreground, a solitary, cloaked figure faces away, enveloped in contemplation or perhaps melancholy. The square they stand in is eerily deserted, leading the eye towards the distant landscape where a small grouping of buildings is nestled among hills. The right side features a large, draped statue lying on a plinth, adding to the surreal and static character of the composition. The use of muted colors and sharp lighting creates a stark contrast, emphasizing the feeling of an empty, timeless space imbued with a sense of mystery and introspection.

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