Prisoners of War 1914 - 1918

"Prisoners of War" is a haunting pastel drawing by Hungarian artist Ladislav Mednyánszky, created during World War I (1914-1918). The piece depicts a group of captured soldiers standing in a line, their faces obscured by the hazy, atmospheric background. The use of pastel creates a sense of fragility and uncertainty, reflecting the bleak reality of war and the vulnerability of those caught in its grip. The lone figure of a guard in the foreground emphasizes the power dynamics of the scene. Mednyánszky, known for his expressive and often melancholic style, poignantly captured the emotional impact of conflict in this work.