Making War Locomotives
1917
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1917
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a busy factory floor with a big train engine under construction. Workers in overalls stand around machinery, and horses pull carts loaded with metal parts. The ceiling has exposed beams and a giant hook hanging down. Everything looks rough and industrial, with lots of lines and shadows. The artist focused on the chaos of making war supplies. The train engine is the centerpiece, surrounded by tools and half-built parts. Want to know more about how this was made? Check out lithography.
