René Magritte (1898-1967), after - Untitled

Title: Untitled (Surreal Portrait in the Manner of Magritte)
Artist: After René Magritte
Technique: Offset lithograph on paper
Signature: Plate-signed “Magritte”
Edition: Numbered 46/100

Dimensions:
70 × 50 cm (sheet size)

Condition:
In very good condition. Light handling traces consistent with age; no significant damage, tears, or stains.

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Description:
This intriguing surreal composition pays homage to the visual language of René Magritte. The image presents a fragmented portrait: a suited figure whose facial elements—eyes, nose, and lips—float independently in space, disconnected from the body. A bowler hat hovers above, reinforcing the iconic Magritte vocabulary.

Set against a soft, neutral grey background, the composition creates a sense of suspension and dislocation. The deliberate separation of facial features challenges perception and identity, key themes within surrealism. The restrained color palette and precise, illustrative technique enhance the dreamlike, conceptual quality of the work.

The piece captures the philosophical tension typical of Magritte-inspired imagery: the contrast between what is seen and what is understood. The floating elements disrupt visual logic, inviting the viewer to question reality and representation.

Printed on quality paper with a wide margin, this numbered edition (46/100) offers an accessible entry into surrealist-inspired graphic works, suitable for collectors of modern art and 20th-century visual culture.

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Style:
Surrealism / Magritte-inspired figurative conceptual art