Portrait De Paul Eluard 1932

"Portrait de Paul Eluard" is a 1932 portrait by Valentine Hugo. The painting depicts a central female figure with flowing hair, standing amidst a background of swirling foliage. Three semi-transparent, overlapping faces are layered in front of her, suggesting a multiplicity of perspectives and the hidden depths of the subject's identity. The work's unique and surreal style, with its lush, almost dream-like imagery, reflects the artistic trends of the period. This portrait is a testament to Hugo's talent for blending realism with symbolism to create a captivating and thought-provoking composition.