The Empire Destroys, The Republic Pays c. 1918
jeanlouisforain
drawing
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drawing
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imaginative character sketch
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light pencil work
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quirky sketch
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cartoon sketch
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personal sketchbook
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idea generation sketch
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pen-ink sketch
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sketchbook drawing
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sketchbook art
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fantasy sketch
"The Empire Destroys, The Republic Pays" is a charcoal drawing created by Jean-Louis Forain, a prominent French artist, in 1918. The artwork, depicting two soldiers amidst the ruins of a battle-scarred landscape, powerfully captures the devastating impact of war. The graphic lines and stark contrasts highlight the desolation and suffering, emphasizing the human cost of conflict. Forain's powerful portrayal of the aftermath of war is a testament to the lasting effects of conflict on individuals and societies.
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