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English War Work:  The Balloon-Shed, by Joseph Pennell, 1916

English War Work: The Balloon-Shed

Joseph Pennell

1916

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

English War Work: The Balloon-Shed 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 depicts a large, open shed with a high, arched roof. The shed is surrounded by a few small planes and other equipment. In the background, there are trees and a cloudy sky. The artist has used a range of colors to create a sense of depth and atmosphere in the painting. The shed and planes are depicted in muted tones, while the sky is a lighter shade of blue. The overall effect is one of calmness and serenity. This painting is a great example of Joseph Pennell's work, and you can learn more about him and his style by exploring his other pieces at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

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