valley of the shadow of death
By Rodger Fenton
Digital image courtesy of the Gettys open content program
How does Rodger Fenton use visual composition in Valley of the Shadow of death to depict the loss of war?
a cannonballs in Barren landscape celebrate the glory to battle
b cannonballs are a reminder of a victorious battle
c cannonballs in the barren landscape are a symbol of war
d cannonballs in a barren landscape hint at the missing dead
c. cannonballs in the barren landscape are a symbol of war
The composition of the photograph, with cannonballs scattered across a barren landscape, suggests the destruction and devastation caused by war. The bleak and desolate setting conveys a sense of loss and tragedy, emphasizing the harsh realities of conflict. The cannonballs serve as a visual reminder of the violence and death that accompany war.