
1917โ2011 ยท British-Mexican ยท 17 artworks
artist bio
Leonora Carrington was a British-born surrealist painter and writer who spent much of her adult life in Mexico. Her work is characterized by its dreamlike imagery, mythological themes, and exploration of female identity and the occult, making her a significant figure in both Surrealism and feminist art.
what you'll learn
Studying Carrington's work allows students to explore the use of symbolism and personal mythology in art. Students can also learn about the role of women artists within the Surrealist movement and how they challenged traditional artistic conventions.
related: Remedios Varo, Max Ernst, Dorothea Tanning

The Giantess
1950

The Burning of Giordano Bruno
1964

The Conjurer
1960

Self-Portrait (Inn of the Dawn Horse)
1938

The Artist Traveling Incognito
1949

De la hierba santa
1975

Adieu Ammenotep
1960

Green Tea
1942

Jack be Nimble, Jack be Quick
1970

Portrait of the Late Ms Partridge
1947

Around Wall Street or portrait of Pablo in NY
1973

Peacocks of Chen
1971

Portrait of Max Ernst
1939

Operation Wednesday
1969

Amor che move il Sole et l'altre Stelle
1946

The Lovers
1987

The Lovers
1987