Seated Soldier c. 1916 - 1918

"Seated Soldier" is a drawing by the French artist Maximilien Luce, dating to 1916-1918. This small-scale work depicts a soldier in a seated position, with a rough, expressive style that reflects the impact of the First World War on the artist's work. The artist's use of line and shading creates a sense of urgency and tension in the subject's posture, capturing the psychological effects of warfare on the individual. The drawing's small dimensions and intimate scale emphasize the vulnerability and isolation of the soldier, creating a powerful testament to the human cost of conflict.