Animaux claniques hominisés - Victor Brauner

A totem-like arrangement of animals rendered in a simplified style, 'Animaux claniques hominisés' by Victor Brauner explores themes of identity and the relationship between humans and the natural world.

Victor Brauner, a Romanian-French Surrealist painter and sculptor, created works that often explored themes of mythology, the occult, and the subconscious. Brauner's artistic style is characterised by its use of symbolic imagery, distorted forms, and a dreamlike atmosphere. He was influenced by Surrealist principles, which sought to unlock the creative potential of the unconscious mind. His work often features hybrid creatures and enigmatic figures, reflecting his interest in the intersection of the human and animal worlds. 'Animaux claniques hominisés' presents a totem-like arrangement of animals. A white quadruped, possibly a horse or dog, stands atop a fish, which in turn rests on a bird. The animals are rendered in a simplified, almost childlike style, with flat planes of colour and minimal detail. The palette is muted, with shades of white, grey, yellow, and blue dominating the composition. The background is a neutral grey, which further emphasises the isolation of the animal figures. The painting's title suggests a connection between these animals and human society, hinting at themes of identity, community, and the relationship between humans and the natural world.