Cosmogonie élémentaire 1949

"Cosmogonie élémentaire" (1949) by René Magritte is a Surrealist painting that depicts a mysterious, dreamlike scene. A reclining figure, seemingly composed of clay, holds a leaf in one hand, while flames erupt from a vessel on its head. The figure's head is replaced by a vessel, suggesting a metaphorical connection between creation and destruction. The background features a blue sky with floating cubes, possibly symbolizing the intangible nature of thought or the infinite possibilities of the universe. Magritte's use of realistic imagery combined with illogical juxtapositions creates a captivating visual paradox that invites viewers to question reality and the meaning of existence.