La Guerre (The War)

Henri Rousseau (artist); Alfred Jarry and Rémy de Gourmont (publishers)

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing depicting a scene with a central figure on horseback. The image shows a figure riding a rearing horse across a tumultuous landscape. The figure holds an object raised on its left. The environment is chaotic, with abstract forms and human figures in various positions below. The background features swirling lines that enhance the sense of motion and energy. The color scheme is monochromatic, with bold lines against an orange backdrop, adding a dramatic effect to the composition.