Bayonnettes intelligentis 19th-20th century

"Bayonnettes intelligentis" (Intelligent Bayonets) is a pen and ink drawing by Maximilien Luce, a French artist associated with the Divisionist movement. Created in the late 19th or early 20th century, the work depicts a group of soldiers, possibly French, in a stylized, sketchy manner. The composition emphasizes the soldiers' rifles and their determined postures, creating a sense of both militarism and chaos. Luce's use of line and shading contributes to the dynamic energy of the artwork, reflecting the artistic and social trends of his time. The work is part of the collection of the Minneapolis Institute of Art.