Treurende soldaat bij de plek van een ongeluk 1839 - 1894

Lambertus Lingeman made this pencil drawing, "Mourning soldier at the site of an accident," at an unknown date. Its power comes from the stark contrast between the traditional, almost academic style and the raw subject matter. Lingeman's skilled hand is evident in the delicate hatching and cross-hatching that give form to the figures. But it's the scene itself that arrests our attention: a fallen cannon, dead soldiers, and one solitary figure standing guard. The sketch captures a moment of profound loss. The medium of pencil allows Lingeman to record this scene with immediacy. Pencil is a humble material. The act of drawing is one of direct engagement, mirroring the soldier's solitary vigil. In its simplicity, this drawing speaks volumes about the human cost of war. By combining traditional artistry with everyday life, Lingeman blurs the lines between fine art and a visual document of an era marked by conflict.