The artwork titled “47 at Jennie Richee Break Jail Killing and Wounding Guard,” created by Henry Darger, belongs to the Art Brut movement and fits within the genre of illustration. The artwork depicts a scene that illustrates an event presumably related to a jailbreak involving violence against guards.
In the artwork, numerous figures, predominantly youthful and depicted with apparent childlike innocence, are arranged across an expansive landscape. The scene is rich with activity, displaying figures in various poses and actions that convey a narrative of escape and confrontation. The background is adorned with simple yet vibrant scenery, including trees, hills, and flowers, lending an ethereal and surreal quality to the illustration. The overall composition, while chaotic, is meticulously detailed, portraying a sense of urgency and conflict amidst the tranquil, almost idyllic setting.
