La Folie des Grandeurs (Megalomania) – Pocket Art Magritte Sculpture 3.5H (PA28MAG)

La Folie des Grandeurs – Magritte’s Tiered Figure in Miniature

This Magritte sculpture is inspired by René Magritte’s iconic work La Folie des Grandeurs, also known as Megalomania. It depicts a female nude divided into three stacked sections, each opening to reveal a smooth interior cavity. The sculpture’s calm, precise, and quietly impossible composition truly captures the essence of Surrealism and Magritte’s unique artistic vision.

Surrealism often alters reality through one clean, clever twist. Here, Magritte uses fragmentation without damage to the figure. The body is not scarred but thoughtfully re-formed, resembling nested architectural elements. This Magritte sculpture invites viewers to peer “inside” without providing straightforward meaning. It evokes curiosity and wonder rather than answers.

What “Megalomania” Means in This Work

The title Megalomania, translated as “delusions of grandeur,” suggests ideas of inflated scale, control, and ego. Magritte transforms these abstract concepts into a physical form by enlarging the female figure conceptually and visually. The Magritte sculpture becomes a system of layers, resembling a monument built to celebrate form itself.

Yet the open cavities reveal emptiness and vulnerability underneath this imposing structure. The work balances power and absence, presenting a paradox between surface strength and interior void. Magritte uses negative space not as decoration but as the subject itself. Watching this Magritte sculpture is like witnessing a physical manifestation of that philosophical tension.

Why the Open Cavities Matter

In many artworks, the human body is treated as a complete and solid entity. Magritte challenges this by treating the figure like a problem to solve or explore. The open cavities imply hidden interiors, but they do not tell any specific story or anatomy of the body. These hollow spaces resemble sculpted chambers rather than biological parts.

This approach keeps the sculpture firmly in the realm of ideas and conceptual thought. It disrupts easy visual understanding, forcing viewers to slow down and engage more thoughtfully. The eye instinctively tries to complete the figure, but the voids prevent a simple narrative. This feeling of shifting between curiosity, discomfort, and intrigue is a hallmark of Surrealism.

Pocket Art Scale and Bronze-Like Finish: A Surrealism Miniature Sculpture

This René Magritte figurine is crafted at a miniaturized scale from resin with a bronze finish. The finish echoes the traditional look of sculptural metal but avoids the heavy weight and expense of bronze. This material choice helps maintain the piece’s “museum object” presence while being accessible for collectors and admirers.

The bronze-like finish accentuates the edges, curves, and cleanly crafted interior cavities of the Magritte sculpture. Its compact size—3.5 inches high by 2.9 inches wide and 2.1 inches deep—makes it easy to display on a bookshelf, desk, or side table. It pairs well with art books or modern decor and makes a thoughtful gift for Surrealism fans and art lovers alike.

If you enjoy collecting Surrealism figurines, consider browsing our Dalí, Magritte & Surrealism collection. This curated selection gathers artists who, like Magritte, transform ordinary reality into something extraordinary and unstable.

Product Details of Magritte Sculpture

• Medium: Resin with a bronze finish.
• Size: 3.5 in H × 2.9 in W × 2.1 in D.
• Weight: Approximately 0.4 lbs.
• Packaging: Gift presentation box with description card included.
• Part Number: PN PA28MAG.
• Also available larger: 7-inch version (MAG06).

Exploring Magritte’s Late Period and His Leap Toward Sculpture

Magritte is renowned for paintings that look realistic but challenge logic. He often positioned objects as actors in philosophical scenes. La Folie des Grandeurs carries on this tradition. The figure remains recognizable yet behaves symbolically like an idea or argument in form.

The stacked tiers of the figure present a visual debate about scale, space, and identity. The concept also resonates with Magritte’s interest in translating images across mediums. The idea exists both as painting and as sculpture. A full-scale bronze version of this piece is documented from 1967.

Seeing Magritte’s concept in three dimensions deepens the mystery of the interior voids. This Pocket Art Magritte sculpture faithfully brings that sculptural idea into a small, intimate, and approachable format. It’s a rare chance to own a surreal miniature sculpture echoing Magritte’s artistic philosophy.

For More Reading

• Getty Museum object entry for Magritte’s La Folie des Grandeurs (1967, bronze): Getty – La Folie Des Grandeurs (Delusions of Grandeur)
• Menil Collection entry on Megalomania (La folie des grandeurs) as a related painting version: Menil – Megalomania (La folie des grandeurs)