Warning 1917

"Warning" (1917) by Walter Gramatté is a powerful and unsettling depiction of a group of figures carrying an injured man on a stretcher. The scene is set in a desolate, snow-covered landscape with a solitary tree looming in the background, adding to the sense of isolation and foreboding. The figures are rendered in a stark, expressive style, their forms elongated and their faces obscured, emphasizing the grim reality of the situation. The use of muted colors and strong contrasts highlights the harshness of the environment and the weight of the moment, creating a sense of urgency and desperation. This work, created during the midst of World War I, reflects the artist's personal experiences and the widespread suffering and loss of the time.