The Shooting Gallery II 1940

"The Shooting Gallery II" (1940) is a striking black and white ink drawing by Czech surrealist artist Toyen, known for her disturbing and dreamlike imagery. The work features a young girl in a white dress standing in a field of scattered objects, gazing intently at a fallen rooster. The drawing's stark simplicity and the unsettling scene create a sense of unease and mystery, reflecting Toyen's interest in exploring the dark side of human nature. The piece captures the essence of Surrealism, where the ordinary becomes strange and the familiar is imbued with unsettling symbolism.