The artwork “Xmas,” created by Dorothea Tanning in 1969, is a sculptural piece belonging to the Surrealism art movement. The sculpture exemplifies distinctive characteristics of Surrealism, embodying the artist’s unique vision and pushing the boundaries of conventional artistic expression.
The artwork is a tall, abstract sculpture that appears to be fashioned from white, soft material, possibly fabric or stuffing, giving it an almost humanoid form. The figure is ambiguously shaped, with curvaceous, intertwined sections that suggest a blend of the organic and the fantastical. The form starts narrow at the base, widening and twisting as it ascends, culminating in a wrapped, enigmatic top. There is a subtle hint of a red accent near the upper middle part of the sculpture, adding a striking visual contrast to the predominantly white structure. The overall impression is one of surreal, fluid movement captured in a still figure, evoking a sense of mystery and intrigue.
