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Painting by Hs Power, War, WW1

Painting entitled War by the Australian war artist Harold Septimus Power (1877-1971), showing soldiers on horseback, pulling heavy artillery across a field. Power specialised in depicting horses on the battlefield. Date: circa 1917-1918

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Artillery Australian Battle Field Cavalry Gunner Gunners Guns Harold Heavy Horse Back Power Pulling Septimus Visual Weapons


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This evocative painting by renowned Australian war artist Harold Septimus Power captures the raw intensity and physical demands of war during World War I. Entitled "War," the artwork depicts a group of soldiers on horseback, their faces set with determination as they pull a heavy artillery piece across a muddy battlefield. The soldiers, dressed in helmets and tunics, are surrounded by the paraphernalia of war: horses tethered nearby, guns and weapons at the ready, and the ominous tin cans used to signal orders. Power, who is known for his masterful depictions of horses on the battlefield, expertly captures the power and grace of the animals as they labor alongside their riders. The soldiers, too, are rendered with a sense of realism and humanity, their weary expressions and sweat-streaked faces a testament to the grueling conditions of the battlefield. The painting, created circa 1917-1918, offers a visual record of the Australian cavalry's role in the war effort. The use of heavy artillery was a crucial component of trench warfare, requiring immense physical strength and coordination from the soldiers involved. Power's painting not only pays tribute to their efforts, but also serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during this pivotal moment in history. Power's "War" is a powerful and moving work of art that transports viewers to the heart of the battlefield, offering a glimpse into the raw, unfiltered reality of war and the indomitable spirit of those who fought in it.

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