Strike 1895

"Strike" is a painting by Hungarian artist Mihaly Munkacsy, created in 1895. The work depicts a group of workers gathered in a dimly lit room, a passionate speaker in the foreground addresses the crowd, their expressions ranging from anger to despair, the scene is a powerful portrayal of the struggles and unrest faced by working-class people during the late 19th century. The painting exemplifies the social realism movement, reflecting the artist's interest in depicting the realities of everyday life and the challenges faced by the working class.