Seated Soldier with Head in Hand c. 20th century

Maximilien Luce’s Seated Soldier with Head in Hand (c. 20th century) is a poignant and expressive drawing depicting a soldier in a state of exhaustion and despair. The figure is slumped over, head in hand, in a seemingly desolate setting. Luce's expressive lines and shading contribute to the piece's somber mood. The inscription “La guerre de 1914-1918” at the bottom suggests the artwork is a reflection on the devastating effects of World War I, a subject that often preoccupied artists of the time.