Civil War Soldiers 1935 - 1942

"Civil War Soldiers" is a watercolor painting by George File, created between 1935 and 1942. The painting depicts three Union soldiers in mid-stride, each playing a different instrument. The soldier on the left beats a drum, the middle soldier plays a bugle, and the soldier on the right plays a bass drum. The painting is a study in the movement of the human figure, as well as a nostalgic portrayal of the Civil War era. File was born in 1855 and died in 1995, and this piece exemplifies his signature style of detailed figurative work with an emphasis on historical accuracy and realism.