The False Mirror by René Magritte reproduced as a canvas wall print
Gallery wrap edge view of The False Mirror by René Magritte on canvas
The False Mirror by René Magritte canvas displayed in a styled lounge setting
Frame option detail for The False Mirror by René Magritte

The False Mirror by René Magritte

★ Trusted by 20,000+ customers across Australia & worldwide
Subtotal:

From $40.00

The False Mirror by René Magritte is a surrealist tableau brought to your wall as a modernist art print. Printed with archival pigment inks on premium canvas or fine art paper, ready to anchor a modern interior.

: White Learn about frames
: 20mm White Printed Border Learn about frames
✅ Made in Australia ✅ Ships in 3-5 business days ✅ 20,000+ happy customers
Made to order — printed fresh when you order
Add to Wishlist
Add to Wishlist

• Free pickup Noosa & Perth  ·  Tracked AU-wide

🚚 Dispatched in 3-5 business days, delivered in 5-10.

This is a high-quality print of the famous modern art piece by René Magritte called the False Mirror. Painted in 1928, The False Mirror is a haunting piece of surrealist art that challenges the perceptions of the artist, and the viewer. In the depiction of the eye, the clouds replace the iris.

As with all our art on this website, this product is available in a variety of formats, the most popular being the Stretched Canvas Print & Framed Prints, however, the product can also be bought as a Rolled Canvas (no support frame), Paper Print, Wall Decal (Wall Sticker) and Floating Frame (our most premium product combining a Canvas Print and a Framed Print).

WeightN/A
DimensionsN/A
Size

, , , ,

Art Type

, , , , ,

Find detailed information by clicking this link.

Which Print Option Is Best for You?

Stretched Canvas Print
Best if you want a ready-to-hang piece with a modern, gallery-style look. The artwork is professionally stretched and arrives finished and ready to hang.

Rolled Canvas Print (No Frame)
Best if you’re planning to stretch the canvas yourself or have it stretched locally. Ideal for overseas orders or custom framing projects.

Paper Print (Unframed)
Best if you’d like to frame the artwork yourself. This option offers maximum flexibility for choosing your own frame style and matting.

Framed Paper Print
Best if you’re after a more traditional, classic look. A great choice for movie posters and timeless artwork where a refined, finished presentation is important.

Floating Frame
Best if you want a premium, contemporary finish. This option combines a stretched canvas with a subtle frame gap for a clean, high-end gallery appearance.

click here to see more details about all product options

What happens after I order?

💡After you order:
  • We print your artwork in Australia
  • Quality check & hand finishing
  • Secure packaging
  • Delivered to your door, ready to hang

*Overseas orders are printed either in Europe or the US, fittings are provided in the packaging.

Size Guide & Scale Visual

💡Most customers choose Medium or Large for living rooms
Standard Size Guide

FAQ

💡Most customers choose small to medium for bathrooms and smaller spaces, medium to large for bedrooms, and large to extra-large for living rooms.
What print options do you offer?
We offer stretched canvas prints, floating-framed canvas prints, framed paper prints, rolled canvas prints, and paper prints, so you can choose the finish that best suits your room and budget. You can check this link to see more information about all the options.
Are your canvas prints made in Australia?
Yes — all Australian orders are professionally printed and finished in Australia using premium materials, with careful quality checks before dispatch. For orders outside of Australia, we print in either Europe or the U.S depending on where the order is going.
What quality are the prints?
We use premium large-format printers with archival inks designed for strong colour depth, sharp detail, and long-lasting durability. You can check this page for more information about the equality. We use a premium-grade, archival 100% cotton, 390 gsm textured canvas for all canvas prints.
Will the colours look exactly like the screen?
Colours are printed as accurately as possible, but slight variations can occur because screens display colour differently from printed material. We can\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'t control your screen settings, but we work to ensure the print matches the original exactly.
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are produced quickly and dispatched within 2-5 business days, paper prints and rolled canvas will be dispatched the fastest for obvious reasons, followed by stretched canvas prints and then floating frames and framed prints as they take slightly longer to manufacture.

Delivery times depending on your location in Australia. Our normal turnaround for delivery (from placing the order to receiving the artwork) - is within 8 days. priority service speeds this up. We print in Noosa and Perth, giving us coverage on both the east and west coasts. Check this page for more accurate time frames for all locations.
What if I need help choosing the right size?
If unsure, choose the size that best suits your wall space, or contact us and we can help suggest what usually works best for your room.
What printer and inks do you use?
We print using Canon imagePROGRAF PRO large-format printers, chosen specifically for their exceptional colour accuracy, sharp detail, and consistency across both fine art and photographic work. These professional printers are paired with archival Canon LUCIA 12-colour pigment inks, a premium ink system designed to produce rich tonal depth, smooth gradients, and highly accurate colour reproduction, particularly in subtle shades and complex artwork. The 12-colour ink set allows for a much wider colour range than standard printing systems, helping us achieve deeper blacks, cleaner neutrals, and more natural transitions in everything from bold contemporary designs to delicate fine art prints. Just as importantly, these pigment-based inks are archival quality, meaning they are designed for long-term durability and excellent resistance to fading when properly displayed. We use one of the highest-quality professional printing systems available because it lets us produce artwork that looks impressive when you first receive it and keeps its depth, clarity, and colour integrity over time.
Is the artwork ready to hang?
Yes — stretched canvas, floating framed canvas,and framed prints arrive ready to hang straight on the wall. Please note that overseas orders, particularly to the US, may require fittings to be attached. They are included.
What happens if my print arrives damaged?
If anything arrives damaged, simply contact us with photos, and we will arrange a replacement promptly.
Do you offer custom sizes for your prints?
Yes, absolutely. We will be more than happy to create custom sizes for any of the artworks you see on the website. Feel free to contact us with the exact size you need, and we will provide a quote.
Am I able to come to your office to collect the artwork directly to save time and shipping
Absolutely, you are more than welcome to come to either of our facilities in Noosa, QLD, or Booragoo, Perth, WA. Please do, however, give us a call before coming so we can make sure someone is out front. We spend a lot of time out back around noisy machinery, so the front desk is not always manned.
Will I receive a proof for personalised art, and can I make changes
es — for all personalised artwork, we always send a digital proof before anything goes to print so you can see exactly how your design will look first. This gives you the chance to check wording, layout, colours, spelling, dates, locations or any other personal details before production begins. Proofs are usually sent within 48 hours of ordering, and very often much sooner, depending on the design and the time the order is placed. We know personalised artwork often carries important meaning, so we want customers to feel completely confident before the final print is produced. You are also very welcome to request changes once you receive the proof. In fact, we encourage it. If there is anything you would like adjusted, whether a small wording change or a more noticeable layout tweak, we encourage it. We continue refining the design until you are 100% happy with the result. Nothing is printed until you have approved the proof, which means you can order knowing there is still a chance to fine-tune the artwork before it is made.
Why buy from Canvas Prints Australia?
Choosing wall art online can sometimes feel uncertain, which is why we place so much emphasis on quality, service, and being genuinely approachable. We are an Australian-based business that uses premium-grade materials, professional large-format printing, and carefully selected finishes so that every piece feels like something made to last rather than mass-produced. From stretched canvas prints to floating framed options, each order is prepared with close attention to colour, detail, and presentation so it arrives ready to make an impact in your home.


What many customers appreciate most is that we are a real business you can actually speak to. If you have questions about sizing, framing, artwork choices, or what might work best in your space, please contact us directly and speak with our team rather than relying on an anonymous marketplace. We also have offices where you can get real support, which gives you confidence when ordering something important for your home. That combination of Australian production, premium materials, and real human service is why many people return to us when they want wall art done properly.

** We have a full FAQs page here if your question has not been answered, or you can contact us.

    The Canvas Prints Australia Difference

  • All Australian orders for Art are Handmade in Noosa or Perth, Australia (*International orders are printed overseas)
  • We use 100% Cotton, textured canvas NOT the cheaper plastic looking, Poly-Cotton
  • Free image manipulation such as removing red-eye, straightening horizons and lightening the image if needed
  • Art is delivered ready to hang on the wall, straight to your door
  • Carefully bubble wrapped and boxed to prevent damage in transit
  • Every canvas print is stretched by hand on a thick, 1.5” quality kiln-dried pine wood stretcher frame
  • Protected with invisible spray UV laminate against fading in the harsh Australian climate, our art shouldn’t fade for up to 70 years!

What our Customers Say

Excellent★★★★★5.0| 60 reviews
Write a review

Related products

More Information about the Artwork / Artist

René Magritte’s The False Mirror is an iconic surrealist masterpiece that challenges the way we perceive reality and our own consciousness. Painted in 1929, this work captures a single unblinking eye, where the iris is replaced by a cloudy blue sky. With its bold, provocative imagery, Magritte invites viewers to question the reliability of perception and the layers of meaning hidden within the mundane.

At the heart of this artwork is the idea of duality—the eye as a window to the external world and a mirror to the inner self. By replacing the iris with a sky, Magritte suggests that what we see is often coloured by our thoughts, dreams, and subjective experiences. The painting’s title, The False Mirror, reinforces this concept, implying that what we perceive may not always reflect the truth.

Magritte’s choice to centre the composition on a single eye lends the piece a sense of intimacy and universality. The eye, a universally recognised symbol, becomes a gateway to exploring deeper questions about self-awareness, observation, and reality. The unflinching gaze of the eye confronts the viewer, blurring the boundaries between the observer and the observed.

Technically, the painting is a marvel of surrealist simplicity. Magritte’s clean, precise lines and soft colour palette create an image that is both striking and serene. The juxtaposition of the ordinary (the human eye) with the extraordinary (a sky within the iris) is a hallmark of his ability to transform the familiar into the fantastical.

In today’s context, The False Mirror remains deeply relevant. As our world becomes increasingly mediated by technology and digital imagery, the artwork’s themes of perception and illusion resonate more than ever. It challenges us to consider how our view of reality is shaped by what we see—and what we choose to ignore.

The False Mirror is not just a painting; it’s a philosophical inquiry rendered in oils. Its hypnotic imagery continues to captivate and provoke, ensuring its place as one of René Magritte’s most celebrated works and a cornerstone of surrealist art.