1916
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Le pas de l'oie - dans le sang is a 1916 ink by Jean-Louis Forain, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image depicts a soldier in a dynamic pose, with his right leg extended behind him and his left arm raised. He wears a helmet and a long coat, and his face is contorted in a fierce expression. The soldier appears to be in motion, as if he is about to strike or charge forward. The background of the image is a light beige color, which provides a subtle contrast to the dark lines and shading used to depict the soldier. The overall effect is one of energy and tension, as if the soldier is about to spring into action at any moment. The use of bold lines and expressive shading creates a sense of drama and intensity, drawing the viewer's eye to the soldier's dynamic pose. For more works by the artist who created this piece, explore the art of Forain, Jean-Louis.
Jean-Louis Forain (French pronunciation: ; 23 October 1852 – 11 July 1931) was a French Impressionist painter and printmaker, working in media including oils, watercolour, pastel, etching and lithograph.
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