Time transfixed

"Time Transfixed" is a 1938 oil on canvas by Belgian Surrealist René Magritte. This symbolic painting depicts a steam locomotive emerging from an ordinary fireplace, creating a surreal fusion of reality and imagination. With its enigmatic imagery, the artwork exemplifies Magritte's ability to challenge perception and explore subconscious themes. It is part of the Art Institute of Chicago's permanent collection and is typically displayed in the museum's Modern Wing, inviting viewers to reflect on the nature of time, reality, and illusion.