Macbeth, 1967

“Macbeth” (1967) by Leonora Carrington is a gouache and ink on paper piece, measuring 93 x 67 cm. This work aligns with Carrington’s signature surrealist style, where myth, magic, and transformation often intersect. In this painting, Carrington likely draws inspiration from Shakespeare’s “Macbeth,” blending themes of the occult, mysticism, and possibly her feminist reinterpretations of classical narratives.
Her use of gouache and ink gives the piece both texture and fluidity, allowing for rich layers of symbolism and a dreamlike quality that is central to her work. The large format would provide a captivating exploration of the tragic themes within “Macbeth,” infused with her characteristic surrealist vision.