1917
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Building the Battleship is a 1917 ink by Joseph Pennell, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a massive battleship under construction. The ship's hull is in the foreground, with workers and scaffolding all around it. In the background, you can see the framework of the ship's superstructure and other buildings. The image is rendered in dark tones, with lots of lines and textures that give it a sense of depth and detail. The overall effect is one of industry and activity, with the ship looming large in the center of the composition. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to check out the work of artist Pennell, Joseph.
Joseph Pennell (July 4, 1857 – April 23, 1926) was an American draftsman, etcher, lithographer, and illustrator for books and magazines.
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