Chez Sphinx 1973

"Chez Sphinx" is a 1973 painting by Abdul Mati Klarwein, renowned for his psychedelic and surrealist art. The artwork showcases a complex and symbolic composition. A woman with flowing red hair dominates the top of the canvas, her face peering down upon a scene of earthly encounters. The scene below features a variety of characters: a veiled figure, a couple embracing, a group of figures in ritualistic poses, and a skeletal figure amidst a landscape that evokes an otherworldly realm. Klarwein's masterful use of color and light creates a mesmerizing and dreamlike atmosphere, inviting viewers to delve into the artwork's mysterious narrative and explore its layers of symbolism.