Framed The Weary Solider by Julian Scott

Product Overview:

• Proudly handmade in the USA
• Wood frame with mat, glass front, paper duster backing with wire hanger
• Museum quality Giclee digital print using archival paper and inks
• Standard size frame measures approx. 24" W x 21" H
• Poster size frame measures approx. 36" W x 32" H

Product Details:

The Weary Soldier by Julian Scott presents a somber scene of a lone Union veteran seated on a makeshift campfire embankment, his rifle resting at his side as he gazes into the distance with heavy fatigue. The subdued, earthy palette and loose brushwork underscore both the physical exhaustion and emotional weight borne by soldiers long after the guns fall silent. Scott’s own Civil War service—enlisting as a drummer at fifteen and earning the Medal of Honor—infuses the portrayal with intimate authenticity, capturing the nuanced aftermath of conflict: weariness intertwined with stoic endurance. As a poignant testament to the human toll of war, the painting bridges reportage and empathy, reflecting Scott’s commitment to humanizing those he depicted.