Who painted English War Work: The Urns, Casting Big Shells?

English War Work: The Urns, Casting Big Shells was painted by Joseph Pennell in 1916.

Where can I see English War Work: The Urns, Casting Big Shells?

English War Work: The Urns, Casting Big Shells is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

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Artwork

English War Work: The Urns, Casting Big Shells

Joseph Pennell , 1916

English War Work: The Urns, Casting Big Shells is a print by Joseph Pennell. It dates from 1916 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1921.510
Credit line: Gift of Salmon P. Halle

About this work

Overview

English War Work: The Urns, Casting Big Shells is a 1916 print by American artist Joseph Pennell, capturing a scene of industrial production during World War I.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a factory floor where large metal shells are being manufactured, with a train loaded with the objects in the foreground and workers tending to machinery in the background.

Technique & Style

Pennell's use of rough lines and quick strokes conveys a sense of urgency and grittiness, reflecting the intense industrial activity of wartime production.

History & Provenance

The work is part of a series focusing on industrial processes during World War I and is now held by The Cleveland Museum of Art.