Two studies for soldiers of Gassed

"Two studies for soldiers of Gassed" comprises preparatory sketch and study artworks that reveal John Singer Sargent’s meticulous process in capturing the harrowing aftermath of a mustard gas attack during World War I. Created as Realism studies, these works focus on the wounded soldiers’ suffering, emphasizing the human toll of war. Sargent employed charcoal techniques to achieve detailed, expressive tonal values. These studies serve as insightful glimpses into the artist’s preparation for the large, powerful final painting "Gassed," a vivid testament to the war’s grim realities.