Ren Magrittes entire body of work confronts its audience with a sense of uncertainty, forcing the individual to reconsider his position within a world where things are not as they seem. Magrittes Lempire des lumires is no different as it presents us with elements depicting two conflicting worlds. Magrittes masterful use of surrealism and treatment of light plunges the audience into confusion and doubt. Is this scene unfolding during day or during night?