“The Tower,” created by Giorgio de Chirico in 1913, is an oil on canvas artwork belonging to the Metaphysical art movement. It depicts a cityscape genre and is currently housed in a private collection.
The artwork showcases a tall, cylindrical tower with a series of arches and rectangular windows, rising against a backdrop of an ominous sky that hints at dusk or a storm. The tower is rendered in dark red and brown hues, with stark, contrasting highlights that accentuate its architectural details, casting long shadows that contribute to a somber and enigmatic atmosphere. The structure projects a sense of isolation and timelessness, characteristic of de Chirico’s Metaphysical art, which often evokes feelings of mystery and introspection through its surreal and evocative imagery. The adjacent buildings are depicted in dark, almost black tones, further emphasizing the heightened drama and metaphysical quality of the scene.
