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René Magritte

1898–1967

The Annunciation 1930
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René François Ghislain Magritte (French: ʁəԱ ʁɑ̃ɲ ɡɛ̃ ɡʁٱ; 21 November 1898 – 15 August 1967) was a Belgian surrealist artist known for his depictions of familiar objects in unfamiliar, unexpected contexts, which often provoked questions about the nature and boundaries of reality and representation. His imagery has influenced pop art, minimalist art, and conceptual art.

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  • Man with a Newspaper

    René Magritte
    1928
    On display at ɫشý part of In the Studio
  • The Spirit of Geometry

    René Magritte
    1937
  • The Reckless Sleeper

    René Magritte
    1928
  • The Future of Statues

    René Magritte
    1937
  • The Annunciation

    René Magritte
    1930

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    Storm Thorgerson on Magritte

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