Christ et Pouvres from the series Passion 1935

"Christ et Pouvres" (Christ and the Poor), created in 1935 by French artist Georges Rouault, is part of his renowned "Passion" series. Rouault's powerful black and white imagery depicts a stark scene of figures huddled together, likely representing the poor and marginalized. The imposing building in the background adds a sense of societal powerlessness and vulnerability, further emphasized by the somber tone and expressive brushwork. Rouault's powerful style, rooted in Expressionism and influenced by his religious convictions, makes this piece a striking commentary on societal inequality and the plight of the destitute.