Operation 1930

"Operation" is a 1930 ink and watercolor drawing by Mikuláš Galanda (1895-1938), a Slovak artist known for his surrealist and expressive style. The artwork depicts an abstract, biomorphic form reminiscent of a body part, perhaps a human ear or an internal organ, with a swirling, organic structure and a bright red stain that suggests a wound or a visceral reaction. Galanda's works often explored themes of the human body, sexuality, and the subconscious, reflecting the anxieties and unsettling aspects of the modern world. His bold lines and vivid colors convey a sense of raw emotion and intense visual experience, marking him as a key figure in the development of surrealism in Central Europe.