The artwork titled “Illustration to ‘A Week of Kindness'” by artist Max Ernst was created in 1934 in Paris, France. It forms part of the Surrealism art movement and is composed of a collage on paper. This particular piece measures 18 by 13 centimeters. It belongs to the genre of illustration and is part of the series “A Week of Kindness.” Presently, the artwork is housed in the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart, located in Stuttgart, Germany.
The artwork is a surrealist collage that depicts a unique scene with a mix of fantastical and traditional elements. In the foreground, a woman dressed in period clothing kneels on the floor, seemingly engaging with small dragon-like creatures. To her right, a man stands facing away from the viewer, while another man in formal attire looks on. The background features a framed picture within the piece, which shows a man resting his head on his hands. The surreal elements, typical of Ernst’s style, are evident in the juxtaposition of the absurd with the mundane, creating a peculiar and thought-provoking visual narrative.
