The artwork titled “56 At Jennie Richee. Vivian Girls caught in insane fury of crazy…” was created by Henry Darger and belongs to the Art Brut movement. This illustration presents a scene from Darger’s expansive narrative world, which features his unique and intricate storytelling.
The artwork showcases a group of young girls, distinguished by their varying clothing, expressions, and activities. The foreground includes a mix of girls seated in the grass and standing, dressed in yellow and purple outfits, suggestively engaged in a calm moment of activity or reflection. To the right, two girls sit atop a box, surrounded by blooming flowers. The background is adorned with a soft, natural landscape that enhances the whimsical yet turbulent essence intrinsic to Darger’s works. The harmonious yet chaotic arrangement of elements within the piece characterizes the unconventional allure typical of the Art Brut genre.
