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The Dead Soldier, c. 1789 (oil on canvas)
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The Dead Soldier, c. 1789 (oil on canvas)
450291 The Dead Soldier, c.1789 (oil on canvas) by Wright of Derby, Joseph (1734-97) (attr. to); 60.9x73.7 cm; The Holburne Museum, Bath, UK; (add.info.: The subject is taken from The Country Justice, a poem of 1774-77 by Somerset poet John Langhorne (1735-1779). The passage, from Part I, lines 157-66, is about kindness to vagrants born in unfortunate circumstances.); eHolburne Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23489062
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Breastfeeding Canon Distress Grief Grieving Gunsmoke Horror Horrors Impact John Lover Pain Scarlet Suffering Langhorne Mourning
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is a poignant and evocative oil painting by Joseph Wright of Derby, dating back to 1789. This artwork, measuring 60.9x73.7 cm, can be found at The Holburne Museum in Bath, UK. The composition portrays a heart-wrenching scene from "The Country Justice" a poem by John Langhorne. It depicts the aftermath of warfare and the devastating impact it has on individuals and their loved ones. A young soldier lies lifeless on the battlefield, surrounded by billowing gunsmoke that symbolizes the horrors of war. In this emotionally charged image, we witness grief personified through the figure of his distraught wife holding their infant child close to her chest. The scarlet uniform serves as a stark reminder of his military service and sacrifice. Wright's masterful brushstrokes capture not only the physical pain but also the emotional distress experienced by those left behind in times of conflict. The artist skillfully conveys sorrow and mourning through subtle details such as the woman's anguished expression and her tender act of breastfeeding her baby amidst chaos. "The Dead Soldier" stands as a powerful testament to both human suffering and resilience during times of war. Through this timeless piece, Wright invites us to reflect upon the profound consequences that armed forces face while serving their countries - an enduring theme explored throughout literature and art alike.
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