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What do de Chirico's paintings often feature?

  • Floral still life

  • Trains

  • Factories

  • Nude figures

Answer

Trains are a prominent motif in de Chirico's paintings, symbolizing mystery and the unknown, often placed in dreamlike, enigmatic landscapes, creating a sense of isolation and solitude. He used them as metaphors to depict psychological states, human existence, and the passage of time, evoking a nostalgic and introspective atmosphere in his surreal compositions.
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