Abut 

Remedios Varo created "Abut" with oil on masonite, presenting a scene dominated by architectural forms rendered in muted, earthy tones. The texture of the masonite enhances the painting's tactile quality, inviting a close examination of its intricate details. The composition is structured by a series of archways and corridors, creating a sense of depth and enclosure. Figures peek from the shadows and corners, which are rendered with soft edges to enhance their ethereal quality. These figures challenge the viewer's perception, existing in a space that blurs the line between the real and the surreal. Varo's use of perspective draws us into a space that is dreamlike and illogical. The strategic placement of light and shadow guides the viewer's gaze, creating a sense of mystery. The painting unsettles fixed notions of reality and opens us to a fluid and unstable interpretation.