Dying Soldiers by the Roadside
1642
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1642
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dying Soldiers by the Roadside is a 1642 ink by Gerrit van Schagen, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This scene shows a busy street with people walking, talking, and going about their day. In the foreground, a group of soldiers lies on the ground—some appear injured or dead, while others rest with their heads down. Trees line the street, and buildings peek out behind them. A few dogs wander near the soldiers, and a lamppost stands in the middle of the scene. The text below the image is in French, describing the soldiers’ struggles after war. It hints at their hardship and the mockery they face from passersby. Next, look into etching to see how artists like Schagen created detailed prints like this.
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