Hail America
1909
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1909
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Hail America is a 1909 ink by Joseph Pennell, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a cityscape with the Statue of Liberty in the foreground, facing right. The statue is tall and imposing, with its tablet and torch visible. In the background, there are many buildings and boats in the water. The sky above is cloudy and dark, with a sense of movement and energy. The overall mood of the painting is one of grandeur and patriotism. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this painting, you might want to look up Pennell, Joseph.
