Object (Roses des vents)Joseph Cornell · 1942

  • Art movementSurrealism
  • Creation date1942

Joseph Cornell (1903 – 1972)

Discover Joseph Cornell (1903-1972), a visionary American artist renowned for his poetic shadow boxes & experimental films. Explore his surreal assemblages and influence on avant-garde art.

About this artwork

  • Title: Object (Roses des vents)
  • Artist: Joseph Cornell
  • Year: 1942
  • Format: Landscape
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Corpus context: global cartography, cornell's shadow world
  • Keywords: mid century modern, abstract map art, shadow box art
  • Color intensity: Balanced
  • Perceived brightness: brilliant
  • Topics: assemblage art, surreal collage, vintage maps

Questions & Answers

Does "Object (Roses des vents)" by Joseph Cornell use strong contrasts or soft harmonies?

In "Object (Roses des vents)", a statement contrast is paired with a strong color unity harmony.

Who made "Object (Roses des vents)", and when?

Joseph Cornell made "Object (Roses des vents)" in 1942.

How light is "Object (Roses des vents)" overall?

In terms of perceived brightness, "Object (Roses des vents)" by Joseph Cornell is brilliant.

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