OedipusAndré Masson · 1939
Expressionism
1939
André Masson (1896 – 1987)
Explore André Masson's art: Surrealist pioneer known for automatic drawing & sand paintings. Discover his influence on abstract expressionism & evocative themes of violence, eroticism & metamorphosis.
About this artwork
- Title: Oedipus
- Artist: André Masson
- Year: 1939
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Corpus context: masson's abstract inner world, oedipus myth
- Keywords: andré masson, oedipus symbolism, emotional art painting
- Color hue: Golden Yellow Range
- Perceived brightness: balanced
- Topics: red orange yellow, chaotic composition, abstract figures
Questions & Answers
What colors dominate "Oedipus" by André Masson?
"Oedipus" by André Masson uses a dark palette, with bronze (#c88b2d) as the dominant color.
What is the creation date of "Oedipus" by André Masson?
"Oedipus" dates from 1939. The date places the work within André Masson's career and its era.
Who created "Oedipus"?
"Oedipus" was created by André Masson. The information on this page describes André Masson's original work.
Which period of André Masson's career does "Oedipus" belong to?
"Oedipus" represents the Early Surrealism of André Masson.
What is "Oedipus" about?
"Oedipus" by André Masson depicts: abstract figures, intense emotion, dynamic movement, spiritual awakening, chaotic composition, red orange yellow, symbolic art, transformation.
How saturated is the palette of "Oedipus"?
The palette of "Oedipus" is clear color presence in saturation.
What was André Masson's age when "Oedipus" was created?
André Masson made "Oedipus" at the age of 43. The artist was born in 1896 and the work is dated 1939.