Artwork
Soldiers Resting (recto)
Soldiers Resting (recto) is a drawing by the Impressionist artist Édouard Detaille. It dates from 1878 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Soldiers Resting is a drawing created by Édouard Detaille in 1878. It is a representative work of the artist, known for his detailed and realistic depictions of military life.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a group of soldiers on a break, with one standing guard on horseback while others rest or engage in quiet activities near a stone archway, set against a distant cityscape.
Technique & Style
Detaille's sketch is characterized by its quick and realistic capture of a moment, with attention to the relaxed poses of the soldiers, conveying a sense of immediacy.
Context
As a French academic painter, Detaille's work is associated with the late 19th-century academic tradition, focusing on historical and contemporary military subjects with precision.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jean-Baptiste Édouard Detaille (French pronunciation: ; 5 October 1848 – 23 December 1912) was a French academic painter and military artist noted for his precision and realistic detail.
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