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Cranes at Miraflores Lock, Panama, by Joseph Pennell, 1912

Cranes at Miraflores Lock, Panama

Joseph Pennell

1912

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Cranes at Miraflores Lock, Panama is a 1912 by Joseph Pennell, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Joseph Pennell
When & what style?
1912
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a bustling scene of cranes and railroad tracks, with a large structure in the background. The artist has used a range of dark tones to create depth and contrast in the image. In the foreground, several railroad tracks converge, with a few cranes visible in the distance. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of industry and activity. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Joseph Pennell (American, 1857–1926).

About the artist

Portrait of Joseph Pennell
Artist

Joseph Pennell

Joseph Pennell (July 4, 1857 – April 23, 1926) was an American draftsman, etcher, lithographer, and illustrator for books and magazines.

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