The Palace of Illusions or Chimeras | Bolesław Biegas | 1924

In The Palace of Illusions or Chimeras (1924), Bolesław Biegas imagines an island realm suspended between architecture and living nature. Dark towers and rounded rock formations rise from deep blue water. Two crowned, human-headed creatures occupy the central height, their patterned bodies illuminated by small points of colour, while a pair of pale figures rests beside the shore below.

Biegas builds the composition through contrasts between monumental silhouettes and minute decorative detail. The creatures’ upright poses recall ceremonial guardians, yet their identities remain deliberately uncertain. Below them, the close relationship between the human figures offers a quieter counterpoint to the imposing forms above. Blue water joins the separate parts of the image, giving the scene a continuous, dreamlike space. The result is an evocative example of a Symbolist approach in which atmosphere and suggestion take precedence over a single, literal narrative.

Frame:

Created from high-quality wood, milled with simple clean lines and presented with a satin finish. Includes an snow-white mount that will not discolour or fade with age.

All framed prints feature our premium fine art paper. This is a museum-quality paper which reproduces photography and artworks with exceptional tonality and renders sharp details with consistent flatness and accuracy.

Print: 

For the matted / mounted prints we use a thick 2.4mm window mount cut from premium, textured mountboard. All mounts are "conservation grade", FSC certified, 100% acid free, and will not discolour or fade with age.

• Simple, elegant design
• Premium, fine art paper with a gently textured surface
• Handmade by specialist picture framers
• FSC certified snow-white mat / window mount
• Delivered ready for hanging

Sizes:

14 x 11 Inches = 35.6 cm x 27.9 cm

20 x 16 Inches = 50.8 cm x 40.6 cm