René Magritte date of birth:

November 21, 1898

How old was René Magritte when died?

68

Where was René Magritte born?

Lessines, Belgium

When did René Magritte die?

August 15, 1967

What is René Magritte nationality?

Belgian

What is René Magritte's occupation?

Artist

Short Biography

René François Ghislain Magritte (21 November 1898 – 15 August 1967) was a Belgian surrealist artist. He became well known for a number of witty and thought-provoking images. Often depicting ordinary objects in an unusual context, his work is known for challenging observers' preconditioned perceptions of reality. His imagery has influenced pop, minimalist and conceptual art.