English War Work: Gun-Testing
1916
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1916
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
The painting shows a scene of gun-testing during a war. It's an American war scene, which is interesting because it shows a different side of war. The details of the guns and the people testing them are also noteworthy, as they give insight into the time period. You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of artist: Joseph Pennell (American, 1857–1926)