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A striking and atmospheric winter scene depicting a group of soldiers making their way home across a bleak, snow-covered landscape. The composition is boldly spare - a vast, pale expanse of winter sky and frozen ground offset by the huddled mass of figures pressed into the right of the canvas, their dark forms conveying cold, exhaustion, and the weight of the march. The handling is impressionistic in spirit, with loose, expressive brushwork capturing the biting mood of the scene rather than dwelling on military detail. There is a quiet drama to it - less concerned with heroism than with the simple human effort of endurance. Presented in an attractive gilt-effect frame that sets the work off well. Unsigned. On board.
Condition
The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some discolouration and surface dirt. Signs of wear consistent with age. Marks and scuffs to the frame. Inspection under UV light reveals no restoration.
Size
23 x 32cm (9.1" x 12.6")Framed Size: 35 x 5cm (13.8" x 2.0")
