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Skirmish Involving a Wagon Train [verso]
1864
About this artwork
This charcoal sketch serves as a preliminary study or verso drawing by Winslow Homer, depicting figures involved in a wagon train skirmish. It reflects the artist's interest in documenting the American Civil War era.
Did you know?
Winslow Homer worked as a battlefield correspondent for Harper's Weekly during the American Civil War, and his experiences deeply informed his early artistic practice. This sketch captures the raw, chaotic energy of conflict, showcasing how he translated live observations into dynamic compositions during one of the most transformative periods in American history.
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Skirmish Involving a Wagon Train [verso]
Winslow Homer, 1864
