Le char du Soleil 1910

"Le char du Soleil" (1910) by Odilon Redon, is a painting that showcases the artist's unique style of symbolist art. The painting depicts a chariot drawn by three horses, ascending a mountain into a hazy, otherworldly landscape. The horses are rendered in a hazy, ethereal style, with their bodies seemingly dissolving into the background, while the chariot itself is only partially visible. The painting's muted colors and dreamlike atmosphere create a sense of mystery and wonder, inviting viewers to contemplate the nature of reality and the power of the imagination. This painting is a testament to Redon's mastery of capturing the ephemeral and the sublime.