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Original contemporary Surrealism artworks are a fascinating and captivating genre of art that uses imagination to create dreamlike and often bizarre images. Surrealism artists often use unconventional materials such as oil, acrylic, and mixed media on canvas, paper, or wood. These materials are often manipulated to create unique textures, shapes, and colors that add depth and dimension to the artwork. What sets Surrealism apart from other art movements is its ability to challenge the viewer’s perception of reality and to evoke strong emotions through its use of symbolism, juxtaposition, and distorted imagery. Surrealism artworks often leave the viewer with a sense of wonder and mystery, inviting them to explore their own unconscious mind and the deeper meanings behind the artwork.

Painting,  50x40 in
Audrey Joy Chanel Painting, 50x40 in
©2020 Gardani

Origins and History

Original contemporary Surrealism artworks emerged in the early 1920s, in the aftermath of World War I. This movement was a reaction to the rationalism and logic of the Enlightenment era, and its aim was to explore the unconscious mind and the irrational aspects of human psyche. Salvador Dali, Max Ernst, and Rene Magritte were some of the most important artists of the Surrealist movement, which peaked in the 1930s.

Painting,  59x68 in
Matthew 24:6-8 Painting, 59x68 in
©2024 Tony Rodriguez(Juan Antonio Rodriguez Ol

Evolutions of theses works in the contemporary art market

The recent evolution of original contemporary Surrealism artworks has been marked by a renewed interest in the works of the early Surrealist artists of the 20th century. This has led to a resurgence in the use of traditional Surrealist techniques such as automatism and the exploration of the subconscious mind.

Painting,  23.6x23.6 in
Polvere del deserto Painting, 23.6x23.6 in
©2006 Gio Mondelli

Related Famous Artists

Contemporary Surrealism is an art movement that continues to captivate audiences with its dreamy, enigmatic and sometimes unsettling imagery. Here are some of the most notable artists known for their original contemporary Surrealism artworks.

First on the list is Mark Ryden, a prominent American artist whose works are characterized by their intricate details, pastel color palette and macabre undertones. His paintings often feature surreal and fantastical elements, such as anatomical anomalies, religious symbolism and pop culture references.

Salvador Dali, a Spanish painter who is perhaps the most famous Surrealist artist of all time, continues to inspire Contemporary Artists with his iconic melting clocks, distorted landscapes and bizarre creatures. His legacy lives on through the works of artists who incorporate similar themes and techniques into their own Surrealist creations.

Another notable artist is Audrey Kawasaki, a Japanese-American painter who combines elements of classical Japanese art with contemporary Surrealism. Her paintings often feature ethereal female figures with elongated limbs and delicate features, set against hauntingly beautiful landscapes.

Canadian artist Kris Kuksi is known for his incredibly detailed sculptures that resemble miniature Gothic cathedrals. His works are often made from found objects and feature intricate carvings and engravings that reveal a dark and fantastical world.

Finally, French artist Nathalie Lété creates whimsical and charming works that are inspired by fairy tales, vintage illustrations and folk art. Her paintings and sculptures often feature anthropomorphic animals, surreal landscapes and playful patterns, all rendered in a bright and cheerful color palette.

Overall, these contemporary artists exemplify the diversity and creativity of Surrealist art, incorporating elements of fantasy, myth and the subconscious to create works that are both beautiful and thought-provoking.

Painting,  47.2x63 in
HELMET Painting, 47.2x63 in
©2021 Margarita Ivanova

Notable original contemporary Surrealism artworks

One of the most well-known contemporary Surrealism artworks is "The Persistence of Memory" by Salvador Dali, created in 1931. This famous painting depicts melting clocks draped over various objects in a barren landscape, symbolizing the fluidity of time and the subconscious mind.

Another notable work is "The Treachery of Images" by Rene Magritte, painted in 1928-29. This piece features a hyper-realistic image of a pipe, accompanied by the text "Ceci n’est pas une pipe" (This is not a pipe), challenging the viewer’s perception of reality and the limitations of language.

Yves Tanguy’s "Indefinite Divisibility" from 1942 is a haunting landscape of surreal forms that appear to be both organic and mechanical, evoking a sense of otherworldliness and the unknown.

In 1937, Max Ernst created "The Robing of the Bride," a dreamlike depiction of a nude woman being dressed in a strange, bird-like ensemble by a group of faceless figures. This painting explores themes of transformation, gender roles, and the subconscious mind.

Frida Kahlo’s "The Two Fridas," painted in 1939, is a deeply personal and symbolic self-portrait of the artist as two versions of herself, split down the middle and connected by a visible artery. This work explores themes of identity, duality, and the emotional turmoil of the artist’s life.

Overall, these Surrealist artworks challenge the viewer’s perception of reality and delve into the depths of the human psyche, evoking a sense of wonder, mystery, and intrigue.

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Painting titled "Audrey Joy Chanel" by Gardani, Original Artwork, Oil
Audrey Joy Chanel - Painting, 50x40 in ©2020 by Gardani - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Celebrity Portraits, marilyn monroe, chanel, chanel N5, oil painting, hollywood, flowers, paris, celebritries, art on canvas, luxury, fashion

Gardani

"Audrey Joy Chanel"

Oil on Canvas | 50x40 in

$6,842
Painting titled "HELMET" by Margarita Ivanova, Original Artwork, Acrylic
HELMET - Painting, 47.2x63 in ©2021 by Margarita Ivanova - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Motorcycle, apollo, people, human, yamaha, vmax, motocycle, big format

Margarita Ivanova

"HELMET"

Acrylic on Linen Canvas | 47.2x63 in

$5,715
Photography titled "Bekanntmachung" by Frank Melech, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
Bekanntmachung - Photography, 35.4x35.4 in ©2024 by Frank Melech - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Fantasy, Meer, Fische, Wahl, tauchen, schwimmen, wasser, Ozea, Illusion

Frank Melech

"Bekanntmachung"

Photography | 35.4x35.4 in

On Request
Painting titled "Lichter LXIV" by Markus Honerla, Original Artwork, Lacquer Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Lichter LXIV - Painting, 31.5x31.5 in ©2024 by Markus Honerla - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Colorful, Blurred Lights, Landscape, Night, Cinema, Movie, Love, Romantic, Magic

Markus Honerla

"Lichter LXIV"

Lacquer on Canvas | 31.5x31.5 in

$1,836.62
Painting titled "A crow outside the…" by Federico Cortese, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
A crow outside the window - Painting, 23.6x23.6 in ©2023 by Federico Cortese - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Still life, crow, raven, bird, flowers, pot, window, room, interior

Federico Cortese

"A crow outside the window"

Oil on Canvas | 23.6x23.6 in

$1,221.3
Prints available
Drawing titled "Composizione 12 - S…" by Andrea Vandoni, Original Artwork, Pastel Mounted on Wood Panel
Composizione 12 - SPECIAL PRICE FOR ONE MONTH ONLY - Drawing, 19.7x25.6 in ©2024 by Andrea Vandoni - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Still life

Andrea Vandoni

"Composizione 12 - SPECIAL PRICE FOR ONE MONTH ONLY"

Pastel on Paper | 19.7x25.6 in

$1,321.22
$710.57
Prints available
Painting titled "Агрессия" by Mariya Klein, Original Artwork, Oil
Агрессия - Painting, 39.4x39.4 in ©2024 by Mariya Klein - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Countryside, смерч, ураган, пустыня, буря, грозовые облака, агрессия, психология

Mariya Klein

"Агрессия"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 39.4x39.4 in

$2,445.07
Photography titled "Virgo" by Irina Bekker, Original Artwork, Manipulated Photography
Virgo - Photography, 47.2x35.4 in ©2021 by Irina Bekker - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Religious Icons, икона, стиль, девушка, религия, копия, одеяние, саван, зеленый, оранжевый, попарт, пародия, образ, кино, взгляд, сила, мысль, ярко, модно, экспозиция

Irina Bekker

"Virgo"

Photography | 47.2x35.4 in

$1,282
Painting titled "Око" by Mariam Gevorgan, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Око - Painting, 39.4x31.5 in ©2023 by Mariam Gevorgan - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Dark Fantasy, глаза, мистика, боль, эмоции, большой брат, слежка, паника

Mariam Gevorgan

"Око"

Acrylic on Canvas | 39.4x31.5 in

$1,783.09
Painting titled "Portrait of a cat" by Oleg Radvan, Original Artwork, Oil
Portrait of a cat - Painting, 37.4x36.2 in ©2024 by Oleg Radvan - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Cat

Oleg Radvan

"Portrait of a cat"

Oil on Canvas | 37.4x36.2 in

$2,397.07
Painting titled "頶果" by Zhi Lei Li, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Panel
頶果 - Painting, 47.2x31.5 in ©2023 by Zhi Lei Li - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Women Portraits

Zhi Lei Li

"頶果"

Oil on Canvas | 47.2x31.5 in

$9,177.83
Photography titled "At the end of the d…" by Elena Raceala, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
At the end of the day - Photography, 26.7x40 in ©2023 by Elena Raceala - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Urban, street, light, photography, black and white, urban, lines, mood

Elena Raceala

"At the end of the day"

Photography | 26.7x40 in

$1,605.05
Painting titled "Matthew 24:6-8" by Tony Rodriguez(Juan Antonio Rodriguez Ol, Original Artwork, Oil
Matthew 24:6-8 - Painting, 59x68 in ©2024 by Tony Rodriguez(Juan Antonio Rodriguez Ol - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Seascape, portaviones, ciudad, apocalipsis, elementos

Tony Rodriguez(Juan Antonio Rodriguez Ol

"Matthew 24:6-8"

Oil on Canvas | 59x68 in

$10,511
Painting titled "Mutabilia IV" by Federica Belloli, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Mutabilia IV - Painting, 47.2x31.5 in ©2024 by Federica Belloli - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Women Portraits, transformation, evolution, fantasy, fairy tale, expressive, emotional, pink, roots, portrait, women, tree, nature

Federica Belloli

"Mutabilia IV"

Acrylic on Canvas | 47.2x31.5 in

$2,231.64
Prints available
Painting titled "Le ciel hostile" by Gilles Chambon, Original Artwork, Oil
Le ciel hostile - Painting, 70.9x66.9 in ©2024 by Gilles Chambon - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Mythology, Déluge, cataclysme, fin du monde, catastrophe, écologie

Gilles Chambon

"Le ciel hostile"

Oil on Canvas | 70.9x66.9 in

$7,654.2
Painting titled "DAYS WITHOUT END" by Db Waterman, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
DAYS WITHOUT END - Painting, 47.2x47.2 in ©2024 by Db Waterman - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Landscape, semi abstract, landscape art, square canvas, large canvas, woman, vintage photo, melancholy, sunset, sundown, light, contrast, swamp, water

Db Waterman

"DAYS WITHOUT END"

Acrylic on Linen Canvas | 47.2x47.2 in

$5,606.86
Painting titled "Ballet dancer" by Ta Byrne, Original Artwork, Oil
Ballet dancer - Painting, 39.4x47.2 in ©2024 by Ta Byrne - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Dance, dance, ballet, ballet dancer, oil painting, surreal, blue

Ta Byrne

"Ballet dancer"

Oil on Canvas | 39.4x47.2 in

$4,019.18
Prints available
Painting titled "Gregory Pyra Piro p…" by Gregory Pyra Piro, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Gregory Pyra Piro peinture à l'huile ref 430165 - Painting, 23.6x19.7 in ©2024 by Gregory Pyra Piro - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Dark Fantasy, gregory pyra piro, peinture à l'huile, surréaliste, ravin, cascade, montagnes, démons, lave volcanique, pyroduc, fantomatiques, nauges, biodôme, bâtiments

Gregory Pyra Piro

"Gregory Pyra Piro peinture à l'huile ref 430165"

Oil on Canvas | 23.6x19.7 in

$4,137.98
Prints available
Painting titled "Elle serait trop lo…" by André Joël Ngassi, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Elle serait trop lourd à porter... - Painting, 47.2x47.2 in ©2024 by André Joël Ngassi - Surrealism, surrealism-627, World Culture, Homme radioactif, Humanoïdes, Hommes insalubre

André Joël Ngassi

"Elle serait trop lourd à porter..."

Acrylic on Fabric | 47.2x47.2 in

$6,022.1
Painting titled "Dreamy Bugs Bunny" by Rinalds Vanadzins, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Dreamy Bugs Bunny - Painting, 31.5x15.8 in ©2024 by Rinalds Vanadzins - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Cartoon, bugs bunny, street art, dreamy, colorful, cartoon art

Rinalds Vanadzins

"Dreamy Bugs Bunny"

Acrylic on Canvas | 31.5x15.8 in

$2,161
Painting titled "Crash" by Mikhail Baranovskiy, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Crash - Painting, 23.6x31.5 in ©2024 by Mikhail Baranovskiy - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Men portraits, men, portrait, surrealism, expressionism, crush, broken, emotional, anger, conceptual

Mikhail Baranovskiy

"Crash"

Acrylic on Canvas | 23.6x31.5 in

$1,883
Painting titled "Die Weisen" by Ivan Gejko, Original Artwork, Oil
Die Weisen - Painting, 47.2x35.4 in ©2023 by Ivan Gejko - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Mythology, surreal, realism, mythologie, symbolism, geschichte, caravaggio

Ivan Gejko

"Die Weisen"

Oil on Canvas | 47.2x35.4 in

$3,182.03
Painting titled "Naufragio" by Cristiano Quagliozzi, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
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Naufragio - Painting, 39.4x27.6 in ©2013 by Cristiano Quagliozzi - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Fantasy, Surrealism

Cristiano Quagliozzi

"Naufragio"

Acrylic on Canvas | 39.4x27.6 in

$2,498.11
Painting titled "Le majordome bleu" by Jems Cehes, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Le majordome bleu - Painting, 28.4x20.5 in ©2024 by Jems Cehes - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Flower, street art, art contemporain, pop art, surréalisme, fleurs, portrait

Jems Cehes

"Le majordome bleu"

Acrylic on Canvas | 28.4x20.5 in

$2,288.27
Painting titled "Polvere del deserto" by Gio Mondelli, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Polvere del deserto - Painting, 23.6x23.6 in ©2006 by Gio Mondelli - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Desert, deserto, sabbia, polvere, bolla, surreale, anpolla, vento

Gio Mondelli

"Polvere del deserto"

Acrylic on Canvas | 23.6x23.6 in

$2,109.51
Painting titled "Huldra and Fawn. Di…" by Nina Grighel, Original Artwork, Oil
Huldra and Fawn. Distance is not a hindrance to love. - Painting, 39.4x31.5 in ©2024 by Nina Grighel - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Fairytale, oil painting, surrealism, mythology, love, beauty

Nina Grighel

"Huldra and Fawn. Distance is not a hindrance to love."

Oil on Linen Canvas | 39.4x31.5 in

$3,117.64
Prints available
Painting titled "Vano pixelado" by Juan Álvarez Cebrián, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Vano pixelado - Painting, 47.2x47.2 in ©2019 by Juan Álvarez Cebrián - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Architecture, vano, luz, textura, composicion, moderno, pixeles, lineas, geometria, decorativo

Juan Álvarez Cebrián

"Vano pixelado"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 47.2x47.2 in

$5,499.87
Painting titled "Finestra de sol i c…" by Josep Maria Fontanet Sureda, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Finestra de sol i cascada - Painting, 35x45.7 in ©2024 by Josep Maria Fontanet Sureda - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Love, figura, paisaje, interior, fragmentación, sol, luz, tiempo, instante, ventana

Josep Maria Fontanet Sureda

"Finestra de sol i cascada"

Oil on Canvas | 35x45.7 in

$5,053.95
Prints available
Painting titled "Goodnight Greenwall" by William Johns, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Goodnight Greenwall - Painting, 35.8x32.3 in ©2024 by William Johns - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Boat, Surrealism, Australian Art, Ocean, Boat, Surreal, Storm, Family, Sunlight, Feminism, Bold, Bright, Beautiful

William Johns

"Goodnight Greenwall"

Oil on Canvas | 35.8x32.3 in

On Request
Painting titled "Fire and Dynamics" by Adam Laabs, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Fire and Dynamics - Painting, 63x47.2 in ©2023 by Adam Laabs - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Animal, horse, Adam Laabs, Ferrari, exclusive, elegance, investment, art investment, oil painting, canvas

Adam Laabs

"Fire and Dynamics"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 63x47.2 in

$24,492.56
Painting titled "Art Basel 2030: Ins…" by Maria Petroff, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Art Basel 2030: Installation "Fast fish" - Painting, 31.5x39.4 in ©2023 by Maria Petroff - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Politics, capitalism, new world order, great reset, Klaus Schwab, inclusive capitalism, fish, Art Basel

Maria Petroff

"Art Basel 2030: Installation "Fast fish""

Oil on Linen Canvas | 31.5x39.4 in

$9,708
Painting titled "Into the wild (Sous…" by Thierry Van Quickenborne, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Into the wild (Sous baguettes) - Painting, 23.6x31.9 in ©2019 by Thierry Van Quickenborne - Surrealism, surrealism-627, City, London, Histoire, Bus impérial, Surréalisme

Thierry Van Quickenborne

"Into the wild (Sous baguettes)"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 23.6x31.9 in

$5,340.4
Painting titled "Amphitrite - Königi…" by Dr. Magdalena Laabs, Original Artwork, Oil
Amphitrite - Königin der Ozeane und Wächterin der Meere - Painting, 31.5x27.6 in ©2023 by Dr. Magdalena Laabs - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Women Portraits, Amphitrite, Königin der Ozeane, Wächterin der Meere, DrMagdalenaLaabs, Germany, DeutscheKunst, deutsche Malerin

Dr. Magdalena Laabs

"Amphitrite - Königin der Ozeane und Wächterin der Meere"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 31.5x27.6 in

$23,152.46
Painting titled ""Rakshasa Kingdom"" by Yuehua He, Original Artwork, Oil
"Rakshasa Kingdom" - Painting, 36x36 in ©2023 by Yuehua He - Surrealism, surrealism-627, World Culture

Yuehua He

""Rakshasa Kingdom""

Oil on Canvas | 36x36 in

$8,577
Prints available
Painting titled "Artists" by Tot_chuvak, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Artists - Painting, 17.7x17.7 in ©2023 by Tot_chuvak - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Science fiction, surrealism artwork, robot painting, self-portrait art, contemporary wall decor, vibrant home decor, quirky living room art, bright colors artwork, futurism, science fiction art, retrofuturism, retro futuristic art, robot art, comical robot art, cultural commentary, ironic home accents, whimsical interior design, surreal robot painting, futuristic Berlin art

Tot_chuvak

"Artists"

Oil on Canvas | 17.7x17.7 in

$1,792
Prints available
Painting titled "Madonna" by Rékai Zsolt, Original Artwork, Oil
Madonna - Painting, 35.4x23.6 in ©2023 by Rékai Zsolt - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Religious Icons, Madonna, absztrakt

Rékai Zsolt

"Madonna"

Oil on Canvas | 35.4x23.6 in

$1,972.95

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