Stormy Weather n.d.

Théophile Alexandre Steinlen created this image, "Stormy Weather," with etching, a printmaking technique, sometime in the late 19th or early 20th century. Steinlen was deeply engaged with the social and political issues of his time, often depicting the lives of the working class and marginalized people in Paris. Here, in "Stormy Weather," we encounter a lone figure trudging across a desolate landscape. The ominous sky and the figure's burdened posture evoke a sense of hardship and resilience. Steinlen's choice of subject reflects his sympathy for those who faced the harsh realities of poverty and social inequality. The figure seems isolated, yet their journey speaks to the universal struggle for survival. This print invites us to consider the historical context of industrialization and urbanization that shaped Steinlen's world, and to reflect on the emotional and personal dimensions of the human condition amidst social upheaval.