René Magritte Artist

René François Ghislain Magritte (French: [magʁit]; 21 November 1898 – 15 August 1967) was a Belgian surrealist artist. He became well known for a number of witty and thought-provoking images that fall under the umbrella of surrealism. His work is known for challenging observers' preconditioned perceptions of reality.

Personal facts

Alias (AKA)Magritte René François Ghislain
Birth dateNovember 21, 1898
Birth place
Lessines
Nationality
Demographics of Belgium
Date of deathAugust 15, 1967
Place of death
Brussels

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