Wounded Solier

Wounded, Pastel On Paper, 11.25” X 9”

Here is a soldier shrieking in agonizing, insufferable silent torment. His eyes, narrow slits, refuse to discern the horror of the visions unfolding before him. The pain and mutilation of his own being, as well as the death and devastation of his brothers in arms and life around him. These visions will remain with him forever.

In this powerful portrayal, Ednah Sarah Schwartz uses stark contrasts and raw, emotive brushwork to bring the soldier’s inner turmoil to life. The dark, muted tones surrounding the figure emphasize his isolation and internal suffering, while the harsh, jagged lines suggest the chaos and violence of the battlefield. The artist captures not only the physical anguish but also the psychological scars that war imprints on the human soul. The soldier’s rigid posture and clenched fists speak to a torment that words cannot express—a silent scream that will echo long after the guns fall silent. Schwartz’s depiction is a haunting reminder of the invisible wounds carried by those who experience war, revealing the deep, unspoken trauma that lingers even when the battles are over. Through this work, she compels the viewer to confront the painful reality of war’s enduring impact on both body and spirit.