“Souvenirs from travel” is a symbolic painting created by René Magritte, a prominent figure in the Surrealism art movement, between the years 1962 and 1963. The artwork, which measures 41 by 33.3 centimeters, is held in a private collection.
The artwork portrays a large, seemingly concrete or stone-like apple dominating the foreground, set against an expansive sky. Above, a crescent moon hangs amidst softly rendered clouds, creating a surreal juxtaposition between the terrestrial and celestial. The surreal nature of the painting is characteristic of Magritte’s style, inviting viewers to explore the interplay between reality and imagination. The surface of the apple appears textured and rough, creating a sense of weight and solidity, yet its placement within an open, almost ethereal landscape introduces an element of the fantastical. The minimalistic and dream-like quality of the scene is reflective of Magritte’s exploration of ordinary objects in extraordinary contexts, provoking contemplation and curiosity.
