The artwork titled “Illustration to ‘A Week of Kindness'” is a creation by Max Ernst from 1934, created in Paris, France. This particular piece, rendered with collage and paper, is part of the Surrealism art movement. It measures 18 x 13 cm and falls under the genre of illustration, specifically from the series “A Week of Kindness.” Currently, the artwork resides in the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart, located in Stuttgart, Germany.
The artwork depicts a surreal and intricate scene set inside a room. In the foreground, a woman is seen kneeling on the floor, surrounded by fantastical and grotesque creatures, including a winged dragon-like figure. Nearby, a man stands with his back to the viewer, his posture suggesting a state of contemplation or grief. Other figures are present in the scene, engaged in various activities or posed in ways that suggest a narrative moment. The surroundings include ornate furniture and a framed painting, within which another man is depicted in an emotionally charged posture, hiding his face in his arms. The detailed and haunting composition elicits a sense of unease and introspection, characteristic of Ernst’s surrealist approach.
