Refugees

Theophile Steinlen's Refugees (1916) exemplifies his mastery within the Realism tradition, capturing raw human emotion and social realities through a Sketch and study approach. As a prolific artist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Steinlen's technique employs careful, empathetic detail to depict situations of displacement and resilience suggested by the title. The work’s genre emphasizes social commentary, with a focus on the human condition. Its style reflects Steinlen’s commitment to authentic representation, making the title Refugees an evocative reflection on vulnerability and endurance amidst upheaval.