The Vampire’s Kiss | Max Ernst | 1934 15th Century Created as an illustration for

Created as an illustration for "The Divine Comedy

Van Gogh uses intense colours and dynamic brushstrokes to capture the fading light of the sun setting behind a silhouette of a darkened forest

This striking allegorical painting depicts Satan enthroned as a triumphant ruler

possibly influenced by the plague and warfare in Europe

Better known for her contributions to children’s book illustration—often in watercolour—this is a distinguished and exceptionally well-preserved example of her rarer oil paintings

The Vampire’s Kiss | Max Ernst | 1934 15th Century Created as an illustration forThis illustration transforms an intimate embrace into something darkly unsettling. In this haunting surrealist image, a winged, vampiric figure leans into a passionate kiss, blurring the line between desire and menace. Through sharp contrasts and eerie symbolism, Ernst evokes a dreamlike world where seduction, obsession, and the supernatural quietly intertwine. Print: A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean