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2 works across 2 institutions
Los Angeles holds 2 works by René Magritte across 2 institutions, including The Broad and Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
Magritte was the leading Belgian Surrealist, known for paintings of ordinary objects in impossible situations that question the relationship between images and reality. Unlike many of his contemporaries, he lived quietly in Brussels, painting in a deliberately conventional realistic style to make his conceptual disruptions more unsettling.
Works by René Magritte are protected by copyright — images cannot be displayed. Each result links to Wikidata, where you can find the museum's own listing for the work.
Collections in this city
The Broad
💎 Hidden GemLos Angeles · 1 work on display
Los Angeles County Museum of Art
💎 Hidden GemLos Angeles · 1 work on display
The Liberator
c. 1947
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About the artist
René Magritte
Belgian · Surrealism · 1898–1967
Magritte was the leading Belgian Surrealist, known for paintings of ordinary objects in impossible situations that question the relationship between images and reality. Unlike many of his contemporaries, he lived quietly in Brussels, painting in a deliberately conventional realistic style to make his conceptual disruptions more unsettling.
Key works
The Treachery of ImagesThe Son of ManThe Human Condition
Frequently asked questions
How many René Magritte paintings are on display in Los Angeles?
Our current data shows 2 René Magritte paintings on display in Los Angeles, spread across the The Broad and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Los Angeles has the most René Magritte paintings?
The Broad holds the largest share, with 1 work by René Magritte in Los Angeles.
Where else can I see René Magritte's paintings?
René Magritte's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for René Magritte →
Planning your visit to Los Angeles
LA's art museums are spread across the city and not walkable between — a car or rideshare is essential. LACMA and the Hammer Museum are in mid-city; the Getty Center is in Brentwood with spectacular views (free entry, parking fee). The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) is in Downtown.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.