Emigrants 1922

"Emigrants" is a 1922 etching by Emil Orlik that depicts a poignant scene of a family in transit. The composition features a group of three figures, with a woman sitting at the center, holding a young child wrapped in a blanket. An older man stands behind them, and an older woman sits in the foreground. The artist's use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and texture, enhancing the sense of hardship and resilience. The etching, measuring 14.2 x 17.4 cm on a 37.9 x 30 cm sheet, captures the emotional weight of displacement and the vulnerability of those forced to leave their homes. Orlik's "Emigrants" serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing human struggle and the enduring themes of family and community amidst hardship.