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Les Insectes Nocturnes

1965

Juan Luis Buñuel

(Spanish, 1934–2017)
Culture
Spain, 20th century
Medium
bronze, brass, and copper wire
Measurements
Overall: 48.2 x 43.8 x 25.4 cm (19 x 17 1/4 x 10 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Henry Steinberg in memory of his wife, Lillian B. Steinberg 1984.193
Copyright
Copyright
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Location
Not on view
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Description

Buñuel’s sculptural tableau evokes his interests in the subconscious and the absurdity of life, which he explored with fellow artist friends and mentors including Alexander Calder, Orson Welles, and his own father, filmmaker Luis Buñuel. Les Insectes Nocturnes (the nocturnal insects) draws upon notions existentialism: the abstract insects placed upon the stage-like platform may represent human beings endlessly performing the banal routines of modern life.

Les Insectes Nocturnes

1965

Juan Luis Buñuel

(Spanish, 1934–2017)
Spain, 20th century

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