Pour la mère d'un condamné à mort 1975

"Pour la mère d'un condamné à mort" (1975) by French artist Alfred Manessier is a powerful abstract painting that evokes a sense of deep sorrow and despair. The use of dark, somber colors like black, red, and purple convey a feeling of grief and anguish. The painting’s title, which translates to “For the mother of a condemned man,” further reinforces the theme of loss and suffering. Manessier was known for his use of thick impasto and expressive brushstrokes, which create a sense of depth and texture.