Victims of the Lightning (Victimes de la foudre) 

Alphonse Legros's "Victims of the Lightning" is a powerful etching depicting the aftermath of a lightning strike. The dramatic scene shows two figures caught in the midst of a storm, one woman running in terror, the other lying prone, seemingly struck down. The dense, swirling lines of the etching create a sense of chaos and urgency, while the stark contrast between light and dark reinforces the intensity of the moment. Legros's work is known for its raw realism and emotional intensity, and "Victims of the Lightning" is a prime example of his skill in capturing the drama of everyday life.