“Table Living” is an abstract artwork created by Francis Picabia in 1951. Rendered in oil on cardboard, it belongs to the art movement of Surrealism and measures 105 by 74 centimeters. The artwork is part of a private collection and exemplifies the abstract genre.
The artwork features a harmonious blend of geometric and organic shapes. Dominated by a prominent oval form, the composition juxtaposes cool cobalt blue hues with warm tones of cream and tan. The black curved contoured slit within the white oval suggests an eye with its linear, lash-like strokes, creating a sense of both abstraction and surreal representation. This interplay of shapes and colors evokes an enigmatic, dream-like quality typical of surrealist works. The delicate balance of contrasting elements contributes to the engaging and thought-provoking nature of the piece.
