Son of Man Bowler Hat Figure – René Magritte Statue (Assorted Sizes)

Son of Man – Bowler Hat Figure as a Rene Magritte Statue

This Rene Magritte statue adapts one of the most iconic images in Surrealist art. The figure is based on The Son of Man (Le fils de l’homme), painted in 1964. A man in a business suit and bowler hat stands calmly, yet his face is blocked. A bright green apple floats in front of his features. The result feels ordinary and impossible at the same time.

That tension is exactly the point. Magritte loved visual puzzles that challenge what we think we are seeing. The apple hides identity, but it also attracts attention. You cannot “solve” it, but you cannot ignore it either. This Magritte figurine brings that clever paradox into three dimensions.

Why the Apple and Bowler Hat Matter

The bowler hat is a recurring Magritte motif. It often suggests conformity and modern anonymity. The apple adds a second layer. It suggests temptation, everyday desire, and a stubborn refusal to reveal the self. Magritte described many works as conflicts between the visible and the concealed. This Son of Man statue captures that theme in a single, unforgettable silhouette.

Surrealism often paired realistic technique with dream logic. Artists used ordinary objects in unexpected relationships. The goal was to disrupt habits of thought. Magritte was especially philosophical in his approach. His images feel calm, even polite, while the idea is deeply strange. That quiet strangeness makes this Magritte surrealist sculpture so effective.

About This Rene Magritte Statue

This Rene Magritte sculpture is made from resin with hand-painted details. The suit has a classic, tailored look. The bowler hat sits firmly above the hidden face. The green apple floats at the center like a visual “censor bar,” but funnier. The pose is still and formal, which increases the Surrealist effect. You get a businessman’s calm stance paired with an impossible object.

Two sizes are available, which helps collectors build a display. The larger figure reads well on a shelf or desk. The smaller Pocket Art version is compact and gift-ready. Both versions include a color card showing the original painting. This Rene Magritte statue is part of the Parastone Museum Collection.

• Material: Resin with hand-painted details.
• Included: Color card with image of the original painting and an artist description.
• Small size: 5.25 in H × 4.25 in W × 3 in D. Weight 1.1 lbs. Item MAG01 (gift box not included).
• Mini Pocket Art: 3.25 in H × 3.25 in W × 2.75 in D. Weight 12 oz. Item PA17MAG (gift box included).

The Painting Background

The Son of Man was commissioned by Harry Torczyner and delivered in 1964. It was requested as a modern self-portrait with a hat, in a Flemish spirit. Yet Magritte resisted a straightforward portrait. He answered the commission with concealment. The apple blocks the face, while the body remains perfectly ordinary. This Son of Man statue preserves that same idea in sculptural form.

About Rene Magritte

Rene Magritte (1898–1967) was a Belgian artist and a leading figure in Surrealism. He painted with crisp realism, but his subjects were intellectual riddles. Ordinary things appeared in unsettling combinations. Apples, bowler hats, windows, and “little men” became his signature symbols. Magritte’s work blends mystery, comedy, and philosophical unease.

This Rene Magritte statue is a strong entry point into that world. It is recognizable, but it stays strange. It makes an excellent conversation piece, even for people new to Surrealism. For collectors, it also pairs well with other Parastone Surrealist figures from Magritte and Salvador Dali.

Where It Fits in Your Museumize Display

This Magritte surrealist sculpture looks wonderful in a small “Surrealist shelf” grouping. Place it near other dreamlike figures, odd creatures, or symbolic objects. The bowler hat shape reads clearly from a distance. The apple adds a pop of color that draws the eye. For more pieces in this theme, browse your Dalí–Magritte–Surrealism collection, or explore Museumize statues.

For More Reading

• Read a scholarly overview of Magritte’s life and artistic practice at ArtRewards: René Magritte—A Comprehensive Study .
• Explore Surrealism through Magritte, Dalí, and Ernst with Google Arts & Culture .
• Compare the ideas of Dalí and Magritte in Design Art Magazine .
• Read an accessible interpretation of The Son of Man at Medium .