The artwork titled “Illustration to ‘A Week of Kindness,'” created by Max Ernst in 1934 in Paris, France, exemplifies the Surrealism art movement. This collage, measuring 18 x 13 cm, is composed of paper and is part of the “A Week of Kindness” series. The artwork is presently housed in the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart, located in Stuttgart, Germany.
The artwork embodies a surreal quality that is characteristic of Max Ernst’s style. It depicts a domestic scene, yet it is imbued with fantastical and unsettling elements. A woman is seen kneeling on the floor, her hands near small, serpentine dragon-like creatures that add an eerie tone to the imagery. In the background, several men are engaged in various activities, and a framed picture on the wall highlights a figure in a sorrowful, reflective pose. The use of highly detailed, seemingly traditional domestic visuals juxtaposed with surreal elements creates a disconcerting yet fascinating tableau.
