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The War. Plate II, Europe

1944

Louis Hechenbleikner

Associated Names

Louis Hechenbleikner

Artist, American, 1893 - 1963

The image depicts a bull standing amidst a group of fallen individuals and a woman in despair. Flames are seen in the background. The drawing uses strong contrasts and intricate cross-hatching techniques to create depth. The composition portrays a sense of turmoil and struggle, emphasizing the anguish and fear present in the scene.

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Artwork overview

Medium

wood engraving
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams
Dimensions

block: 238 x 344 mm
sheet: 305 x 387 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.2405

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

In pencil: lower left, The War. Plate II Europe; signed: In block: lower right, LH1944; lower right, Louis Hechenbleikner

Wikidata ID

Q76441744

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