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En Alsace; A Metzeral (Janvier 1916), 1916. Creator: Francois Flameng
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En Alsace; A Metzeral (Janvier 1916), 1916. Creator: Francois Flameng
En Alsace; A Metzeral (Janvier 1916), 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Decembre 1916". (In Alsace; At Metzeral (January 1916))
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En Alsace; A Metzeral (January 1916)
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is a captivating watercolor painting by the renowned French artist Francois Flameng, created in the midst of the First World War in 1916. This evocative work of art is a testament to the harsh realities of wartime life, specifically in the Alsace region of France during the winter months. The painting depicts a lone soldier standing guard by a frozen stream in the snow-covered mountains of Metzeral, Grand Est, France. The soldier, bundled up against the cold, gazes intently into the distance, his expression a mixture of vigilance and contemplation. The winter landscape around him is stark and barren, with the icy stream reflecting the muted colors of the surrounding mountains and trees. The painting is part of the "Collection de la Guerre IV" published in "L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Decembre 1916," providing a historical context to the scene. The title "En Alsace; A Metzeral (January 1916)" indicates that this was a specific location along the Western Front where the artist chose to capture the essence of the war experience. Flameng's masterful use of color and brushwork brings the wintry scene to life, with the snow-covered mountains and trees rendered in subtle shades of white and gray. The soldier's uniform and weapons are depicted in muted tones, blending seamlessly into the background. The overall effect is one of stillness and quiet determination, a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War. This painting is a valuable historical document and an important work of academic art from the 20th century, providing a glimpse into the wartime experience of a soldier on the front lines during the harsh winter of 1916 in Alsace, France.
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