Strong Dream (1929) by Paul Klee

Strong Dream - Paul Klee - 1929

Artwork Information

TitleStrong Dream
ArtistPaul Klee
Date1929
Mediumgouache,watercolor,paper
Dimensions21 x 26 cm
Art MovementExpressionism
Current LocationPrivate Collection

About Strong Dream

The artwork “Strong Dream,” created by Paul Klee in 1929, exemplifies the Expressionist movement and fits within the genre painting category. This piece is executed in a combination of gouache and watercolor on paper and measures 21 x 26 cm. Although presently held within a private collection, “Strong Dream” continues to intrigue and engage audiences with its striking visual narrative.

The artwork depicts a deeply toned background that suggests a nocturnal scene. Dominated by a contrasting crescent moon and a large, circular red form that might represent the sun or an eclipse, these celestial bodies create a focal point in the upper region of the composition. Below, an enigmatic figure stretches across the picture plane, rendered with a mixture of vivid colors and geometric patterns. This figure appears to be reclining or in a state of repose, perhaps an embodiment of the dream or the dreamer itself. The line work varies from fluid and organic to structured and geometric, imbuing the painting with a feeling of fantasy and otherworldliness. Klee’s use of color is both harmonic and symbolic, with the luminous moon and vivid red sphere providing a stark contrast to the dark background and the intricate, colorful patterning of the figure. The overall effect of the piece is one that is evocative, thought-provoking, and open to interpretation.

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