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Gun-Testing, by Joseph Pennell, ink, 1916

Gun-Testing

Joseph Pennell

1916

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Gun-Testing is a 1916 ink by Joseph Pennell, depicting Cannon, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Joseph Pennell
When & what style?
1916
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

You see a dark scene of workers testing guns in a factory. The workers are shown in a row, each one focused on their task. This lithograph is interesting because it shows a moment of industrial work, highlighting the repetitive nature of the job. Check out the work of artist: Pennell, Joseph to learn more about his style and other works like this one.

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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