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Study for "Gassed", 1918-9 (charcoal and graphite on laid paper)
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Study for "Gassed", 1918-9 (charcoal and graphite on laid paper)
3526150 Study for " Gassed", 1918-9 (charcoal and graphite on laid paper)
by Sargent, John Singer (1856-1925); 47.9x62.6 cm; Corcoran Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C. USA; (add.info.: charcoal and stump with graphite on Michallet laid paper
Sargent was commissioned by the British War Memorials Committee to document the war and visited the Western Front in July 1918 spending time with the Guards Division near Arras, and then with the American Expeditionary Forces near Ypres.); American, out of copyright
Media ID 22729296
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Anglo American Bandaged Blinded Chemicals Eyes Poison Preparatory Suffering Western Front Chemical Weapons Great War Injuries Wound Wounded
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This powerful and haunting print captures a study for "Gassed", a renowned artwork by John Singer Sargent. Created in 1918-9, this charcoal and graphite on laid paper piece is part of the Corcoran Collection at the National Gallery of Art in Washington D. C. , USA. In this study, Sargent depicts the devastating consequences of chemical warfare during World War I. The image portrays a soldier, bandaged and blinded, suffering from the effects of mustard gas. The artist's meticulous attention to detail highlights not only the physical injuries but also the emotional pain endured by these brave men on the Western Front. Commissioned by the British War Memorials Committee to document war experiences, Sargent visited both British and American forces near Arras and Ypres. Through his artistry, he aimed to shed light on the horrors faced by soldiers fighting in this brutal conflict. The use of charcoal and stump with graphite on Michallet laid paper adds depth and texture to this preparatory drawing. It serves as a poignant reminder of how war inflicts unimaginable suffering upon those involved. As we gaze upon this thought-provoking print, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by countless individuals during times of conflict. It stands as a testament to their resilience while serving as an important historical record that should never be forgotten.
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