1914
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Joffre, père du soldat is a 1914 by Auguste Lepère, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This painting presents four sketches of soldiers in various poses, each capturing a unique moment. The soldiers are dressed in long coats and helmets, with one sketch showing a soldier holding a flag. The sketches are rendered in black and white, with bold lines and expressive brushstrokes. The overall effect is one of energy and movement, as if the soldiers are about to spring into action. The painting is a powerful tribute to the soldiers of World War I, and its use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and drama. To learn more about the artist's use of light and shadow, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
Louis-Auguste Lepère (30 November 1849 – 20 November 1918) was a French painter and etcher. Lepère is also considered a leader in the creative revival of wood engraving in Europe.
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