"Nous devons mourir, nous et tout ce qui est notre"

1922

Georges Rouault

Associated Names
Georges Rouault

Artist, French, 1871 - 1958

The image consists of bold, sweeping lines that curve and twist across the composition with thick, dark strokes contrasted against softer shading. The abstract representation evokes the figure of a person, with elongated, flowing forms reminiscent of a draped garment or hair. Swirling background elements add a dynamic context. The suggestion of a human figure with a head turned slightly downward and an arm reaching up to the face creates a familiar silhouette. Expressive brushwork intensifies the abstract quality, inviting open interpretation.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    aquatint, roulette, and drypoint over heliogravure

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1947.7.104

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Chapon/Rouault 1978, no. 96, State c/c


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1978

  • Chapon, Francois and Isabelle Rouault. Oeuvre grave Rouault. 2 vols. Monte-Carlo: Editions Andre Sauret, 1978.

Wikidata ID

Q65072544

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