This is a drawing of four figures interacting in a confrontational manner. The figures are engaged in a tense scene, where two figures on the left and right each hold a pole that crosses the body of a central figure dressed in military uniform. The central figure appears to be off balance, suggesting motion or struggle. The figures are drawn with detailed and expressive lines. The muted palette and loose sketch style focus attention on the figures' movement and expressions.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1841
- Medium
- black ink wash over graphite on wove paper
- Dimensions
- 4000 × 2648 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original