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Wounded Soldier, 1915 (oil on canvas)
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Wounded Soldier, 1915 (oil on canvas)
AGR127710 Wounded Soldier, 1915 (oil on canvas) by Kossak, Wojciech (1857-1942); 83x72 cm; Private Collection; Agra Art, Warsaw, Poland; Polish, out of copyright
Media ID 23367830
© Agra Art, Warsaw, Poland / Bridgeman Images
Blind Blindness Burnt Gassed Leading Nurse Poland Polish Red Cross 1914 1918 1914 1918 Wwi Ww One First World War 1914 1918
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This powerful and haunting image, titled "Wounded Soldier, 1915" captures the devastating impact of war on the human spirit. Painted by Wojciech Kossak in oil on canvas, this artwork measures 83x72 cm and is currently held in a private collection at Agra Art in Warsaw, Poland. The painting depicts a wounded soldier, his uniform burnt and tattered from battle. He is being led by a compassionate female nurse from the Red Cross who guides him through the ruins of war. The soldier's face reveals both physical pain and emotional anguish as he navigates through darkness caused by blindness due to gas exposure. Kossak's attention to detail brings forth the horrors of World War I with vivid realism. The artist skillfully portrays not only physical injuries but also the psychological scars left behind by this brutal conflict. Through his brushstrokes, he conveys a sense of loss and despair that permeated every aspect of life during those tumultuous times. This poignant artwork serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by countless individuals during World War I. It symbolizes not only Polish history but also speaks to universal themes of suffering and resilience in times of adversity. As we gaze upon this painting, we are compelled to reflect on our shared humanity and strive for peace so that no more soldiers or civilians have to endure such profound devastation again.
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