THISCREPANCY – pen and ink on paper – 70 x 70 cm- 2026
Soldier, seen from behind, heavily armed, has orders from higher up. He obeys and asks no questions, because that's what soldiers do.
Souldier seen from behind, heavily armed, has orders from higher up. He has moral objections and poses questions, because that is what soldiers should do.
Soldier will not judge right or wrong, he carries out orders. Just a tool, an extension of a greater power.
Souldier might have an opinion about what is right and wrong and is prudent in carrying out an order. Much more than a tool or an extension of a higher power.
Soldier has no political colour, just camouflage colours; he serves whoever pays his wages.
Souldier has no political colour, just camouflage colours; his humanity is not for sale.
Soldier obeys and asks no questions, because that is what soldiers do
Souldier have moral objections and pose questions, because that is what soldiers should do.