1916
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
English War Work: Bringing in the Gun is a 1916 by Joseph Pennell, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This sketch shows a busy shipyard scene in black and white. Cranes loom over the water, lifting heavy equipment onto a ship. The background is filled with buildings and more machinery, all drawn with rough, sketchy lines. Shadows and smudges make the scene feel dark and industrial. The title says this is about war work—likely showing how ships were prepared during wartime. The artist used quick, loose strokes to capture the chaos and energy of the place. Check out the technique: chiaroscuro to see how light and shadow create drama in art.
Joseph Pennell (July 4, 1857 – April 23, 1926) was an American draftsman, etcher, lithographer, and illustrator for books and magazines.
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