The Large Miseries of War: Enrollment of the Troops
1633
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1633
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This etching shows a chaotic scene of soldiers marching in tight rows, their spears and flags making a dark, crowded line. On the right, a group of men in fancy clothes sits at a table, watching the soldiers file past. The background has a city with buildings and a fence, plus a bare tree with twisted branches. Notice how the artist used sharp, scratchy lines to show movement and tension. The soldiers look tired, and the whole scene feels busy and uneven. Next, look up Baroque to see why this style often feels dramatic and full of energy.
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