Thanksgiving in Camp
1862
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1862
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white scene shows soldiers sitting around a campfire at night. Some are eating, others are talking, and a few lean against boxes or trees. A small tent in the background has signs reading "Hardtack" and "Sutler." The ground is muddy, with scattered gear and a pot hanging over the fire. The artist used fine lines to show details like the soldiers’ tired faces and the rough camp setup. This style was common in newsprint illustrations back then. Next, look up engraving to see how artists carved images into wood for prints.
