

This is a drawing of a cannon and fallen figures. The scene shows a cannon in a barren landscape. The cannon's barrel is central with wheels partly visible. Several figures are seen lying on the ground near the cannon. The art style features strong lines and contrasts, typical of etching techniques, giving a somber and dramatic feel. The composition conveys tension and valor, common in historical or wartime themes.
Artwork Details
- Date
- published 1863
- Medium
- etching, aquatint, drypoint, engraving, and burnishing
- Dimensions
- 4704 × 3524 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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