“The Embalmed Forest” is an artwork by Max Ernst, created in 1933 in Paris, France. This oil on canvas painting, representative of the Surrealism art movement, measures 162.5 by 254 cm. Classified under the landscape genre, the artwork is housed in the Menil Collection, located in Houston, Texas, United States.
The artwork exudes a surreal atmosphere, depicting a dense, enigmatic forest. The dark, towering trees dominate the canvas, their twisted and contorted forms creating an almost mystical curtain, with gaps that reveal a haunting twilight sky. A crescent moon hovers above the foliage, adding to the dream-like quality inherent in the Surrealist genre. A sense of depth and enigma is enhanced by subtle, intricate details, inviting viewers into an otherworldly realm where imagination overpowers reality.
