Amour 

Henri Martin created "Amour" during a period of significant social change in France, influenced by debates around identity. "Amour" presents an intriguing study in contrast, placing the figures centrally within a vast landscape. The two figures, possibly a heterosexual couple, sit together, creating a scene of intimacy. The painting complicates traditional depictions of romance, by situating the subjects within a broader, less defined social narrative. The figures in "Amour" invite reflections on gender roles and class. The woman is dressed in a darker colour, and the man is wearing a white shirt. There is a subtle comment on the changing dynamics within relationships during the early twentieth century. Martin’s choice to situate the couple amidst a landscape encourages us to reflect on our relationship to the environment. "Amour" encapsulates a moment of quiet contemplation.