Vaandeldrager 1893

"Vaandeldrager" is an etching by Belgian artist Henri de Groux, created in 1893. The artwork depicts a dramatic scene of a soldier falling, possibly in the midst of battle. The soldier’s body is contorted, and a sword is visible beneath his outstretched arm. De Groux's use of bold lines and strong contrasts of light and dark evokes a sense of movement and energy. The etching reflects the artist's interest in depicting dramatic scenes of heroism and sacrifice, a popular subject matter in the late 19th century.