Mon doux pays, ou etes-vous? 1927

"Mon doux pays, ou etes-vous?" is an expressive lithograph by Georges Rouault, created in 1927. The work depicts a desolate cityscape with figures in the foreground, suggesting a sense of displacement and loss. The dark and somber palette, along with the stark outlines and simplified forms, are characteristic of Rouault's style. The title translates to "My sweet country, where are you?", hinting at a sense of longing and questioning the fate of a beloved place. This work exemplifies Rouault's profound engagement with social and spiritual themes, reflecting his deep concern for humanity and the injustices of the world.