The artwork, titled “Snow Flowers,” is an oil on canvas created by Max Ernst in 1929, during his time in Paris, France. As part of the Dada movement, this piece illustrates the abstract genre with dimensions of 130 x 130 cm. Currently, the artwork is held in a private collection.
“Snow Flowers” presents a compelling abstraction, characterized by its intricate and surreal combination of shapes and colors. The canvas is split into contrasting dark and slightly lighter sections, with the former being predominantly black and the latter exhibiting hues of green. Within these sections, floral forms—crafted through a blend of vibrant and muted tones—emerge in an array of patterns and shapes, evoking a sense of disjointed yet harmonious surrealism. The overall composition is enigmatic and dreamlike, evoking a world where flowers defy natural convention, resonant of the Dada art movement’s penchant for challenging traditional perceptions and conventions in art.
