The False Mirror

"The False Mirror" is a surreal painting by René Magritte that depicts a human eye with a cloudy sky reflected in its iris. Symbolically, it explores perception and consciousness, suggesting that our view of reality may be shaped or limited by our inner perceptions and subconscious mind. The eye, often associated with awareness and observation, becomes a metaphor for seeing beyond surface appearances, questioning whether what we perceive is true or an illusion. Overall, the artwork invites viewers to reflect on how perception influences our understanding of reality.