Toujours vivre 

Andre Lanskoy, a Russian-French artist, made this abstract expressionist piece titled 'Toujours vivre', meaning 'Always Live', with oil paint on canvas. Lanskoy's personal history is deeply intertwined with the tumultuous events of the 20th century. Fleeing the Russian Revolution and later facing the rise of Nazism in Europe, Lanskoy's art became a powerful statement of resilience and human spirit during times of crisis. His work, with its vibrant colors and chaotic compositions, embodies the struggle to maintain hope in a world marked by violence. The layered strokes of color almost act as a coded representation of the artist's life. 'Toujours vivre' serves not just as a visual spectacle, but as a profound meditation on the enduring strength of the human spirit. It's a reminder of our capacity to persevere, to create, and above all, to live, even in the face of overwhelming adversity.