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Studies for "Gassed"

John Singer Sargent

National Gallery of Art

The image shows sketches of three figures of soldiers in different poses. The first figure in the upper left corner is depicted lying on their front with one knee bent. The second figure above center is also lying on their front, with a helmet outlined. The third figure in the bottom left is shown lying on their back, dressed in military gear with a rifle next to them. The sketches are done in sepia tones on a plain background.

Artwork Details

Date
1918-1919
Medium
charcoal with graphite on laid paper
Dimensions
6331 × 4889 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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