The artwork, titled “Theme & Variations Decorative Plate #361 (Face with Pansy in Mouth in Window),” is created by the artist Fornasetti and belongs to the Surrealism art movement. This piece, classified under the genre of portraiture, exemplifies the whimsical and dreamlike qualities typical of Surrealist art.
The artwork depicts a detailed black-and-white image of a human face seen through a window grid, reminiscent of prison bars, with a pansy delicately placed in the mouth. The face is rendered with a high level of detail, using a stippling technique that creates a textured appearance. The juxtaposition of the delicate pansy with the somber expression of the face behind bars evokes a sense of surrealism, as it combines the ordinary with fantastical elements. The plate serves not only as a functional object but also as a captivating piece of art that engages viewers in contemplation and interpretation.
