1916
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
English War Work: The Cauldrons is a 1916 by Joseph Pennell, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This sketch shows a long, dim factory floor with rows of giant metal cauldrons lined up on both sides. A train track runs down the middle, leading into the distance. The lines are rough and dark, with quick, sketchy strokes—no smooth shapes or clean edges. The artist focused on the heavy machinery and the way light fades into shadow. The drawing feels hurried, like a quick study of a busy workplace. Next, check out Joseph Pennell (American, 1857–1926) to see more of his industrial sketches.
Joseph Pennell (July 4, 1857 – April 23, 1926) was an American draftsman, etcher, lithographer, and illustrator for books and magazines.
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