A stark, black-and-white portrayal unfolds; a city of towering buildings dwarfs the figures in the foreground. The artist's masterful use of line work creates a sense of depth, with meticulously rendered architectural details that seem to recede into the distance. The composition is striking; a man stands, his arms outstretched in a gesture that speaks volumes—a silent plea, perhaps, or a gesture of helplessness. Beside him, a woman weeps; a child clings, and a bundle, likely containing all their earthly possessions, sits nearby, symbolizing their uprooted lives. The overall atmosphere is one of desolation and despair, the city's grandeur contrasting sharply with the family’s visible destitution. The artwork powerfully captures the human toll of economic hardship, an era defined by uncertainty and loss.