The artwork, titled “Illustration to ‘A Week of Kindness’,” was created by Max Ernst in 1934 in Paris, France. It is a collage made on paper and is representative of the Surrealism art movement. The artwork dimensions are 18 by 13 centimeters and it falls under the genre of illustration. This particular piece is part of the series titled “A Week of Kindness” and is currently located in the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart in Stuttgart, Germany.
In the artwork, there is a surreal and intricate scene that combines elements of reality with fantastical elements. The composition shows several figures in a room displaying various emotions and engaged in different activities. A woman kneels on the floor with a somber expression, while a man, with his back turned, appears to be engaged in an activity at a table. Another striking aspect is the inclusion of a fantastical creature, akin to a small dragon, near the woman. Adding to the surreal nature of the scene, a painting on the wall within the illustration depicts a man with his head in his hands, further imparting a sense of melancholy and introspection to the overall composition. The detailed textures and contrasts reinforce the eerie and otherworldly atmosphere typical of Ernst’s work within the Surrealism movement.
