I am still the great Isis! None has yet lifted my veil! My fruit is the Sun! (plate 16)
- Artist
- Odilon Redon
- Date
- 1896
- Style
- Symbolism
- Genre
- Symbolic painting
- Location
- Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
"I am still the great Isis! None has yet lifted my veil! My fruit is the Sun! (plate 16)" is a compelling example of a symbolic painting rooted in Symbolism. Created through lithography on paper, the artwork employs rich imagery and mythological references to evoke themes of divine femininity and enlightenment. Its enigmatic title and vivid symbolism challenge viewers to interpret deeper spiritual meanings, characteristic of Surrealism influences, while emphasizing the artist’s mastery of layered, suggestive visuals within a delicate and intricate medium.
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