Poilu and Tommy Conversing

Jean-Louis Forain, circa 1914/1919

The image shows two individuals, one standing and leaning forward, the other seated on the ground with their right knee drawn up. The standing person wears a helmet and a long coat, carrying a large backpack or equipment. The seated person wears a cap and a uniform, engaged in conversation with the standing figure. The background is minimal, with an off-white canvas.
Artista
Jean-Louis Forain
Datazione
circa 1914/1919
Tipologia
Disegno
Tecnica
brush and black ink with watercolor over graphite on laid paper
Dimensioni
31,7 × 47,8 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

The image shows two individuals, one standing and leaning forward, the other seated on the ground with their right knee drawn up. The standing person wears a helmet and a long coat, carrying a large backpack or equipment. The seated person wears a cap and a uniform, engaged in conversation with the standing figure. The background is minimal, with an off-white canvas.

Jean-Louis Forain