The Nostalgia of the Infinite (c.1911 – 1913; Paris, France) by Giorgio de Chirico

The Nostalgia of the Infinite - Giorgio de Chirico - c.1911 - 1913; Paris, France

Artwork Information

TitleThe Nostalgia of the Infinite
ArtistGiorgio de Chirico
Datec.1911 - 1913; Paris, France
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions123.5 x 52.5 cm
Art MovementMetaphysical art
Current LocationMuseum of Modern Art (MoMA), New York City, NY, US

About The Nostalgia of the Infinite

“The Nostalgia of the Infinite,” crafted by Giorgio de Chirico between 1911 and 1913 in Paris, France, is an exquisite example of Metaphysical art rendered using oil on canvas. This cityscape measures 123.5 by 52.5 centimeters and resides in the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City, NY, US.

The artwork portrays an enigmatic and dreamlike cityscape dominated by a tall, solitary tower set against an indomitable sky. The near-empty plaza juxtaposes stark light and shadow, invoking a sense of infinite space and timeless tranquility. The architectural forms, sharply delineated and bathed in an eerie light, echo classical influences while exuding an otherworldly atmosphere. Two minuscule figures stand in the foreground, their small size emphasizing the monumental scale of the surrounding structures and deepening the sense of metaphysical contemplation that characterizes de Chirico’s work.

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