The artwork, titled “Prince Charming,” was created by René Magritte in 1948 in Brussels, Belgium. This piece is executed in gouache on paper and belongs to the Surrealist art movement. Measuring 75 by 62 cm, the artwork falls under the genre of animal painting.
In this surreal composition, an oppressive and enigmatic atmosphere pervades. Dominating the foreground is a large, black bird, portrayed with a distinct artisanal style that evokes a sense of both familiarity and mystery. The bird’s attentive and slightly ominous gaze is directed towards the viewer, engaging them in an involuntary contemplation. In the background, a cluster of ethereal, pale birds illuminated with a greenish hue congregate amidst a barren, otherworldly landscape. The ominous sky above, with its dark, rolling clouds, enhances the surreal and dreamlike quality of the scene. Magritte’s meticulous detailing and imaginative elements combine to evoke an unsettling, yet thought-provoking, visual experience.
