Soldier with a Pail, Seen from Behind (Soldato di spalle con secchio)
1875
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1875
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a soldier walking away from us, carrying a bucket on a long pole. His jacket is loose, and his hat sits low on his head. In the background, other soldiers stand near tents or huts, with a field of tall, wild grass around them. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to show movement and light. The scene feels rough and real, like a moment caught fast. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this made prints with acid and needles.
