Figure Attacking Soldier c. 1916 - 1918

"Figure Attacking Soldier," created by Maximilien Luce during World War I, is a powerful pen and ink drawing that depicts the intensity of battle. The artist captures the raw energy and immediacy of combat through the dynamic poses and gestural lines. The figures, sketched in a loose and expressive style, convey a sense of urgency and chaos. This small-scale work, housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, offers a glimpse into the artist's personal response to the horrors of the war, highlighting the human cost of conflict.