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The horrors of war, crowds of hungry wolves invade the battlefield of Augustow, assaulting the dead and wounded (Colour Litho)
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The horrors of war, crowds of hungry wolves invade the battlefield of Augustow, assaulting the dead and wounded (Colour Litho)
2815693 The horrors of war, crowds of hungry wolves invade the battlefield of Augustow, assaulting the dead and wounded (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The horrors of war, crowds of hungry wolves invade the battlefield of Augustow, assaulting the dead and wounded. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 25 October-1 November 1914.); © Look and Learn
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The Horrors of War - A Chilling Encounter on the Battlefield of Augustow
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. In this haunting and evocative colour lithograph by Achille Beltrame, we are confronted with a scene that captures the true horrors of war. The image depicts a battlefield ravaged by violence and chaos, as hungry packs of wolves descend upon the dead and wounded soldiers. The artist's attention to detail is striking, as he portrays the desperation in both the eyes of the wolves and the survivors who lie helpless amidst their attackers. The composition creates a sense of unease, with bodies strewn across the desolate landscape while these fierce predators scavenge for sustenance. Beltrame's illustration was originally created for Courier Sunday in October-November 1914, during World War I. It serves as a stark reminder of how war not only inflicts human suffering but also disrupts nature's delicate balance. This powerful artwork invites contemplation on themes such as survival, vulnerability, and humanity's capacity for destruction. It forces us to confront our own mortality while questioning whether there can ever be any winners in war. As we gaze upon this chilling print from Beltrame's private collection, we are reminded that even amidst man-made conflicts, nature continues its relentless cycle. The juxtaposition between these primal creatures and modern warfare highlights both our shared animal instincts and our ability to inflict unimaginable pain upon one another. Ultimately, "The Horrors of War" stands as a testament to the devastating consequences unleashed when nations engage in battle – consequences that extend far beyond human casualties alone.
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