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Building Engines for the Allies, by Joseph Pennell, ink, 1917

Building Engines for the Allies

Joseph Pennell

1917

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Building Engines for the Allies is a 1917 ink by Joseph Pennell, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Joseph Pennell
When & what style?
1917
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a bustling factory scene. People are working on large machines, with tools and parts scattered around. The atmosphere is one of intense activity, with workers focused on their tasks. In the foreground, a large engine is being built, with workers hammering and drilling away. The background is filled with other machines and tools, giving a sense of the scale of the operation. The painting is a great example of the industrial era, and it's held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington. You might want to look up more about the artist, Pennell, Joseph.

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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