Le dur metier de vivre 1922

"Le dur metier de vivre" (The Hard Task of Living) is a 1922 work by French artist Georges Rouault (1871-1958). This powerful print depicts a solitary figure, starkly outlined against a dark background. Rouault's signature thick black lines and dramatic use of light and shadow convey a sense of profound melancholy and the weight of human existence. His work often explored themes of suffering, social injustice, and religious devotion, making this piece a quintessential example of Rouault's artistic style.