"The Vivandière" from The Complete Works of Béranger 1836

"The Vivandière" is a lithograph by French artist J.J. Grandville, dating back to 1836. It depicts a dramatic scene with a soldier lying injured on the ground, while a woman in a long cloak stands over him, offering him comfort. The work showcases Grandville's signature style of caricature and social commentary, blending humor and pathos to portray the realities of war and its impact on individuals. The lithograph, part of a series illustrating the works of French poet Pierre Jean de Béranger, is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.