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The Eve of Victory

George Bellows

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a charcoal sketch titled "The Eve of Victory" by George Bellows. The sketch features a standing couple in the foreground, with the man on the left wearing a military uniform, including a hat and boots, and the woman on the right dressed in a long coat or dress and a head covering. The man has his right arm around the woman's shoulders. Behind them, several other figures are sketched, including some in military uniforms and one on the right possibly holding a flag or weapon. The background includes a cloudy sky with several birds sketched in flight. The overall composition appears to be a study or preparatory work for a larger piece, with grid lines and sketchy outlines visible throughout. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of gray and beige. The image has a border around it, with some marks and notes along the edges.

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729 × 893 px
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