Description

Rouault, often associated with Expressionism and Fauvism, art movements that emphasized an emotional interpretation of subjects, stands out among avant-garde artists for placing his Christian faith at the center of his art. He painted this autumn landscape six years before his death. Figures wander in a broad landscape beneath a glowing sky, evoking associations with the biblical flight into Egypt. The jewel-like greens, blues, reds, and yellows encased in strong, dark lines reflect his early training as a stained glass window painter.