Drie soldaten op wacht met de bajonet op het geweer 1870

"Drie soldaten op wacht met de bajonet op het geweer" is an etching by Belgian artist Léon Marie Constant Dansaert, created in 1870. The print depicts three soldiers standing in formation, their bayonets fixed to their rifles. Dansaert’s work often focused on military scenes, showcasing the harsh realities of war. The etching's detailed lines and subtle shading create a realistic depiction of the soldiers, capturing their weariness and stoic resolve. The artwork’s composition and use of chiaroscuro lighting further enhance the sense of tension and anticipation, placing the viewer directly in the heart of the military setting.