The Triumph of Death: Death Prepares a Dwelling for the Homeless (Le triomphe de la Mort: Lamort a prepare une demeure a des abandonnees) 

Alphonse Legros's etching "The Triumph of Death: Death Prepares a Dwelling for the Homeless" is a striking example of his dark and often macabre style. The scene depicts a group of impoverished women, including a young mother carrying a baby, approaching a skeletal figure. The skeletal figure is lying down, seemingly preparing a makeshift dwelling within the harsh landscape. The etching's stark contrast between the figures and the barren, shadowy background heightens the sense of desolation and vulnerability, offering a glimpse into the realities of poverty and death in 19th century society. The work reflects Legros's interest in social commentary and the plight of the working class.