In his thought-provoking book *Art in a State of Siege*, Joseph Koerner delves into the profound relationship between art and political unrest.Through three significant works—including Hieronymus Bosch's enigmatic *Garden of Earthly Delights* and Max Beckmann's evocative *Self-Portrait in Tuxedo*—Koerner unpacks art's ability to reflect societal turmoil and human emotions during turbulent times.