Rhinocerotic Figure of Phidias' Illisos
- Artist
- Salvador Dali
- Date
- 1954
- Style
- Surrealism
- Genre
- Symbolic painting
The "Rhinocerotic Figure of Phidias' Illisos" is a captivating symbolic painting rendered on canvas. Utilizing Oil paints, the artwork blends elements of Surrealism to evoke a dreamlike, fantastical scene. The central figure, a rhino-inspired entity, alludes to classical sculpture and myth, referencing the ancient Greek sculptor Phidias’ legacy. Through its imaginative and layered symbolism, the painting challenges viewers’ perceptions, making it a compelling example of contemporary surrealist surrealist artistry on a traditional canvas.
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