Tränke. Soldat mit Pferd am Wasser 1916

"Tränke. Soldat mit Pferd am Wasser" (Watering Place. Soldier with Horse at the Water) is a 1916 etching by Adolf Jansen. The artwork portrays a soldier on horseback, depicted in profile, standing in a shallow body of water. The image evokes a sense of quiet contemplation, capturing a moment of rest during wartime. Created during the midst of World War I, the piece speaks to the realities of war and the everyday experiences of soldiers on the front lines. The delicate lines and subtle shading employed by Jansen create a sense of realism and depth, making the work a poignant and powerful example of the artist's style.