And while they give the illusion of being part of the set, they are also related to a more primitive art and to magical objects proper to strange rituals. The spontaneous combination of unlikely materials brings to the visitor’s mind surreal fantasies, at the same time as it establishes connections between the primitive and magical and the inner world of the youngest, which is a continual source of inspiration for countless artists. This aura of enchantment, even if it may evoke feelings that we tend to lock away, that dark world of terror, fear and tension, does not alter in the slightest the puppets’ humorous aspect, as they remain singular and joyous. This is what makes us unable to look away from Van Dalsum’s work: the absurdity of the combination. It really does not differ too much from a painting or a sculpture when it comes to pleasure, use of materials and kindling of feelings. This makes her work yet more valid to be shown as part of an artistic exposition.