Le Principe du plaisir 1937

"Le Principe du Plaisir" (1937) by René Magritte, is a prime example of Surrealist art. The painting depicts a man in a suit, sitting at a table with a rock in front of him. His head is obscured by a blindingly bright light, alluding to the "pleasure principle" of psychoanalysis, which suggests that humans are driven by their desires. Magritte's works often explore the nature of perception and reality, challenging the viewer to question what they see. The use of everyday objects in a surreal context is a signature of Magritte's style, creating a sense of unease and disorientation.