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English War Work:  Taking the Big Gun Away, by Joseph Pennell, 1916

English War Work: Taking the Big Gun Away

Joseph Pennell

1916

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

English War Work: Taking the Big Gun Away is a 1916 by Joseph Pennell, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Joseph Pennell
When & what style?
1916
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

The painting is titled English War Work: Taking the Big Gun Away. It was created in 1916 by Joseph Pennell. The artist's work from this time period is interesting because it shows his response to global events, like war, and how they impacted everyday life. You can learn more about this type of artwork at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

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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