odilon redon

Odilon Redon was one of the most prominent figures of Symbolism, a movement that sought to express ideas and emotions through symbols and metaphors. His works are often populated by fantastic creatures, monsters, spirits, and other dreamlike images born of imagination. Redon’s career is traditionally divided into two phases. In his “black period,” he created monochrome compositions, using black to evoke mystery, unease, and melancholy. Later, he turned to vibrant pastels and oils, filling his canvases with motifs of flowers, butterflies, and seashells — images that were luminous, yet still imbued with mystery and symbolic depth. Redon’s art left a profound mark on later generations, influencing the Fauvists, Expressionists, and Surrealists. Famous works by Odilon Redon include Smiling Spider, The Cyclops, and The Eye-Balloon. Today, his paintings and drawings can be found in the collections of leading museums such as the Louvre, the Musée d’Orsay, and the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Immerse yourself in Redon’s universe of fantasy and symbolism with the curated collection of reproductions on our website. Select the perfect digital reproduction and bring the vision of this remarkable artist into your home or office.