Krijgsman staat bij een vrouw gezeten onder een galg 1842

"Krijgsman staat bij een vrouw gezeten onder een galg" (Soldier Standing by a Woman Seated under a Gallows) is a 1842 etching by Belgian artist Guillaume Joseph Vertommen. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a poignant scene of a soldier standing before a woman seated beneath a gallows. The woman appears resigned to her fate, while the soldier's expression suggests a mix of sorrow and despair, highlighting the somber mood of the piece. This detailed etching, measuring 149 mm in height and 100 mm in width, showcases Vertommen's skill in capturing both the physical and emotional nuances of his subjects. The artwork provides a glimpse into 19th-century life and evokes a sense of historical drama.