1916
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
English War Work: Fitting Guns in Turrets is a 1916 by Joseph Pennell, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This sketch shows a busy shipyard scene with workers installing large guns in turrets. The drawing is rough and fast, full of quick lines and shading. You can see the heavy metal of the guns, the curved shape of the turrets, and a few people climbing or standing around the equipment. The focus is on the hard work of fitting the guns, with details like ropes, pulleys, and tools scattered around. The artist captures the industrial feel of the moment, making it look like a snapshot of real activity. Next, check out Joseph Pennell (American, 1857–1926) to see more of his work.
Joseph Pennell (July 4, 1857 – April 23, 1926) was an American draftsman, etcher, lithographer, and illustrator for books and magazines.
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