Windows to the Soul: The World's Best Eye-Themed Artworks
1. The False Mirror – René Magritte (1928) Location : Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), New York City, USA Medium : Oil on canvas Art Style : Surrealism👇 EYE DRFAWING René Magritt e’s The False Mirror is one of the most iconic representations of the human eye in modern art. At first glance, it looks like a close-up of a realistic human eye. But in place of a typical iris, Magritte places a serene blue sky filled with clouds. This surreal image challenges the viewer’s perception. Is the eye looking at the world—or is the world reflected inside the eye? Magritte’s work plays with the idea that what we see might not be the truth , but rather a filtered version of reality. It’s a poetic and mysterious painting that makes the viewer question their own vision, literally and metaphorically. Why it stands out : Combines realism and dreamlike elements Represents perception and illusion A cornerstone of surrealist visual philosophy 2. Spiritual Energy System – Alex Grey (1990s) Loc...