1921
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Gleisdreieck is a 1921 ink by Joseph Pennell, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a busy train yard with tracks spreading out in all directions. A covered train station sits in the middle, with a bridge crossing above it. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to show the metal beams, steam engines, and people moving around. The drawing looks like it was made fast—maybe while the artist stood nearby. The focus is on the messy, busy energy of the place, not perfect details. Next, check out lithography to see how this print was 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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