The Debutante (1998) by Mark Ryden

The Debutante - Mark Ryden - 1998

Artwork Information

TitleThe Debutante
ArtistMark Ryden
Date1998
Mediumoil,canvas
Art MovementLowbrow Art,Surrealism

About The Debutante

“The Debutante” is an artwork by Mark Ryden, created in 1998 using oil on canvas. This piece belongs to the art movements of Lowbrow Art and Surrealism, and it is a part of the figurative genre. “The Debutante” is included in the series titled “The Meat Show”.

The artwork depicts a young girl dressed in ornate, historical attire adorned with various symbolic and surreal elements. She stands in a formal pose, holding a scepter-like object. Surrounding her, and incorporated into her dress, are an array of curious and bizarre components, including anatomical illustrations, historical portraits, and various objects that evoke both innocence and peculiarity. The background features intricate architectural designs and drapery, further enhancing the sense of a historical and surreal tableau. The overall composition melds the quaint with the macabre, characteristic of Ryden’s distinct style in the Lowbrow and Surrealist movements.

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