The artwork, titled “El pez buey,” was created by Alfred Kubin in 1906. It is a mythological painting that intricately weaves elements of fantasy and surrealism, evoking a sense of mystery and wonder.
In the artwork, the viewer is confronted with a fantastical creature that appears to be a hybrid of fish and beast, capturing the imagination with its otherworldly design. The dark, textured background enhances the creature’s vivid and intricate details, emphasizing its scales, spines, and the serpentine twist of its form. The use of shadow and light creates a dramatic contrast, highlighting the creature’s menacing yet captivating presence. Kubin’s use of rich colors and meticulous brushwork brings this mythological being to life, inviting viewers to ponder the boundaries between the real and the imagined.
