1916
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
From the Tops of the Furnaces is a 1916 ink by Joseph Pennell, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a busy industrial scene with tall smokestacks, a bridge, and a train moving through a tunnel. In the background, there’s a city with buildings and cranes, while the foreground has a train station with people waiting. The lines are loose and quick, giving it a sketchy, almost hurried feel. The artist focused on the raw energy of factories and trains, showing how industry shaped daily life. The signature in the corner confirms it’s by Joseph Pennell. Want to see more of his work? Check out 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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