A Mother's Sadness 1823

"A Mother's Sadness" (1823) by Hippolyte Bellangé is a poignant depiction of the aftermath of battle. The lithograph, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, captures the grief of a mother cradling her fallen son amidst the chaos of a battlefield. The scene is dominated by a sense of urgency and despair, with soldiers in the background continuing the fight. The artwork's realistic detail and emotional intensity contribute to a powerful and enduring portrayal of the human cost of war.