Homage à Rimbaud (Hommage to Rimbaud) 1945

Roger Vieillard's 1945 etching, "Homage to Rimbaud," is a whimsical portrayal of a stylized figure dancing amongst a constellation of stars. The figure's fluid movements are depicted through a series of interconnected lines, echoing the celestial pattern above. The lower portion of the image portrays a city skyline adorned with garlands and chains, hinting at the artist's inspiration from the French poet, Arthur Rimbaud. This artwork embodies the surrealist movement and captures the essence of Rimbaud's poetic imagery.