working into palmira

Working into Palmira
oil on canvas, cm. 169.5 x 133.5. 2018
The painting depicts some boys working as soldiers in the First World War.
An old lady and a homeless are witnesses.
The scene takes place in the ancient city of Palmira in Syria.
Every boy takes a different action.
The work is done with linseed oil and pigments on canvas and is part of the "Work" cycle.
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