Sarah 1943

"Sarah" is a painting by Jean Fautrier, created in 1943, that captures a figure in a deeply textured and fragmented style. The artist's use of thick impasto and layering creates a sense of depth and a rough, almost sculptural surface, typical of Fautrier's "Otages" series. The human form is rendered with a sense of vulnerability and ambiguity, emphasizing the emotional turmoil of the wartime era, and the textured, fragmented surface reflects the fragmented nature of the human experience during conflict. The work is a powerful expression of Fautrier's exploration of the human condition, capturing the fragility and resilience of humanity in the face of adversity.