The artwork titled “Illustration to ‘A Week of Kindness'” is a collage on paper created by Max Ernst in 1934 in Paris, France. It belongs to the Surrealism art movement and is part of the series “A Week of Kindness.” The dimensions of the piece are 18 x 13 cm, and it is categorized under the genre of illustration. This particular artwork is housed in the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart, located in Stuttgart, Germany.
The artwork depicts a surreal scene featuring an eclectic mix of figures and elements. In the foreground, a woman is seen kneeling, her attention drawn to two miniature dragons that appear to be emerging from the shadow on the carpet. Behind her, a man is engaged in an ambiguous action, dressed in a folk costume that contrasts with the formal attire of two gentlemen in the background. The room is detailed with classic furniture and a prominently displayed framed picture of a man resting his head on his arms inside the frame, suggesting a layering of realities. This surreal juxtaposition of seemingly unrelated themes and styles embodies the hallmarks of Surrealism, emphasizing the illogical and dreamlike qualities inherent in Max Ernst’s works.
