On the stretcher (wounded soldier)
- Artist
- Marc Chagall
- Date
- 1914
- Style
- Expressionism
- Genre
- Genre painting
"On the Stretcher (Wounded Soldier)" is a compelling genre painting rendered with expressive immediacy. Created using gouache on paper, the artwork captures the raw emotion of wartime trauma. The artist employs bold brushstrokes and a vivid color palette characteristic of Expressionism, conveying the pain and suffering of the injured soldier. The use of ink-like detailing enhances the intensity of the scene, emphasizing the urgency and human vulnerability depicted in this poignant moment.
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