Infanta and Her Dwarves, from the Case BOOKE OF IDOLATRY
- Artist
- Bruno Schulz
- Date
- c.1922
- Style
- Expressionism
- Genre
- Illustration
"Infanta and Her Dwarves, from the Case BOOKE OF IDOLATRY" is a provocative painting that blends elements of illustration with visceral expressionism. It depicts a regal young girl, the Infanta, surrounded by an array of dwarves, highlighting themes of innocence and social disparity. The artwork's distorted forms and bold colors evoke intense emotion, characteristic of expressionist style. Its surreal, almost fantastical composition invites viewers to contemplate the undercurrents of power, vulnerability, and the uncanny within a richly symbolic narrative. This piece exemplifies how artcan confront societal norms through striking visual storytelling.
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