The Return c. 1914 - 1919

"The Return" is a charcoal drawing by Jean-Louis Forain, created between 1914 and 1919. The piece depicts two figures, a man and a woman, returning to a desolate landscape. The drawing is a poignant representation of the hardship and loss experienced during World War I. Forain’s work is known for its sharp social commentary and focus on the lives of ordinary people. The use of charcoal adds a somber tone to the piece, reinforcing the themes of grief and displacement. This drawing, while not dated, likely reflects the devastating impact of the war on the artist's perception of life.