Four Studies of Soldiers’ Heads 1863 - 1864

"Four Studies of Soldiers’ Heads" is a pencil drawing by Winslow Homer created between 1863 and 1864. The artwork depicts four different views of soldiers' heads, all wearing the distinctive caps of the Union Army. The sketches are rendered in a loose and expressive style, capturing the physical features and expressions of the soldiers with striking accuracy. Homer's work often focused on the impact of the Civil War on individuals, and these studies demonstrate his keen observation of the human condition.