“The Spouses” is an allegorical painting created by Giorgio de Chirico in 1926 in Paris, France, during his association with the Metaphysical art movement. The artwork exemplifies the artist’s characteristic blend of enigmatic, dream-like imagery and philosophical themes.
The artwork presents two faceless, mannequin-like figures that appear to represent a pair of spouses. These figures are constructed with smooth and rounded forms, devoid of facial features, evoking a sense of timelessness and abstraction. The background features a cloudy sky with a blend of blues and whites, contributing to the ethereal atmosphere. In the lower part of the painting, geometric, colorful forms suggest architectural elements, enhancing the surreal and metaphysical quality of the scene. The composition calls into question notions of identity, reality, and the metaphysical connection between the figures, embodying de Chirico’s unique approach to merging classical themes with modernist abstraction.
