1921
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Gas Works from the Canal, Berlin is a 1921 ink by Joseph Pennell, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a big, tangled network of metal beams and scaffolding under construction. The structure is huge, with multiple levels and cranes, sitting next to a river or canal. On the right side, there’s a smaller building with trees and a few people walking around. The lines are loose and sketchy, like a quick drawing. The artist focused on the messy, industrial side of building something tall. The signature in the corner is small and simple. If you like this style, check out lithography to see how it’s made.
Joseph Pennell (July 4, 1857 – April 23, 1926) was an American draftsman, etcher, lithographer, and illustrator for books and magazines.
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