Magritte Personal Values Puzzle alesssi Inspector James Erskine

Inspector James Erskine

978-0593086490

Grant Arnold is Audain Curator of British Columbia Art at the Vancouver Art Gallery

Thomas invites us to interpret our world in a new way with the 12 paintings featured in this calendar

Co-published by Art Gallery of Hamilton

Magritte Personal Values Puzzle alesssi Inspector James ErskineDimensions: 70 cm x 50 cm 27. 5" x 10. 5" 1,000 pieces Belgian surrealist painter Ren Magritte is renowned for depicting typical, everyday objects in absurd and illogical combinations. His 1952 oil on canvas, Personal Values, is no exception: this dreamlike painting of oddly sized, ordinary items intentionally creates a sense of curiosity and confusion for the viewer. Well blended brushstrokes and carefully positioned shadows enhance the three