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Magritte’s Surrealist Vision of Love

26 october | paris

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René Magritte was a master of surrealist fantasy. This latest video features his striking work ‘Amour’ which is offered in Sotheby’s upcoming Modernités auction (26 October | Paris). Discover how he captured illusions and dream like imagery in this stunning vision of love. Click here to watch more Sotheby’s videos.

26 October 2021 | 6:00 PM CEST | Paris

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