The artwork titled “The Letter” is a creation by Max Ernst, dating back to 1924 in Paris, France. It belongs to the Surrealism art movement and is classified as a symbolic painting.
The artwork features a surreal and abstract depiction of a figure holding a letter. The figure’s face is notably absent, replaced by a peculiar vertical swirl. The figure’s torso exhibits green and blue hues, topped with a white, undefined neckline. The elongated arms, rendered in a soft green, suggest an unreal, almost dreamlike quality. The background is predominantly red, enhancing the sense of abstraction and unreality. The figure’s hand, distinctly white, holds a brown letter adorned with simple markings, likely symbolizing communication or a message to be deciphered. The overall composition and use of color emphasize surrealism, embodying the dreamlike and enigmatic nature of Max Ernst’s work.
