a) Dead German Soldier (recto); b) Head of a Soldier (verso)

Jean-Louis Forain

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing depicting a military or combat scene. The image shows a fallen figure on the ground with a rifle nearby. The figure is dressed in a uniform with boots and a military helmet. Two other figures are standing to the right, one observing closely and the other appearing as a mere outline. The background features earthy tones, contributing to the desolate atmosphere of the scene. The sketch-like lines give the drawing an expressive appearance.