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The First Wounded in London Hospital, August 1914, 1915 (oil on canvas)
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The First Wounded in London Hospital, August 1914, 1915 (oil on canvas)
6198638 The First Wounded in London Hospital, August 1914, 1915 (oil on canvas) by Lavery, John (1856-1941); 175.6x200.7 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info.: John Lavery (1856-1941)); Dundee Art Galleries and Museums; Irish, out of copyright
Media ID 23291488
© Dundee Art Galleries and Museums / Bridgeman Images
1st World War Casualties Casualties Of War Hospitals London Hospital Nurse Nurses Serviceman Servicemen Union Jack Flag Ward 1914 1918 Wwi Ww One Injuries Wound
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Step into the midst of chaos and compassion as John Lavery's poignant painting, 'The First Wounded in London Hospital, August 1914', transports you to a moment of crisis during World War I. The scene is set in a bustling hospital ward, where exhausted nurses tend to the wounded soldiers who have just arrived from the front lines. The Union Jack flag hangs proudly above, a symbol of British resilience and determination.
As you gaze upon this powerful oil on canvas work, you're met with the stark reality of war's devastating consequences. The injured servicemen lie battered and bruised on makeshift beds, their faces etched with pain and exhaustion. Nurses move swiftly yet tenderly among them, applying dressings to wounds that will take months to heal.
Lavery's masterful brushstrokes capture the intensity of this moment in time - one that would be repeated countless times throughout the war years. His use of muted colors adds an air of somberness to the scene, underscoring the gravity of these young men's sacrifices.
'The First Wounded' serves as a poignant reminder not only of humanity's capacity for destruction but also its capacity for kindness and compassion in times of need. This powerful artwork stands as a testament to those who served on both sides during WWI and continues to evoke emotions long after its creation.
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