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Mid-day, General Electric Works, Berlin, by Joseph Pennell, ink, 1921

Mid-day, General Electric Works, Berlin

Joseph Pennell

1921

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Mid-day, General Electric Works, Berlin is a 1921 ink by Joseph Pennell, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Joseph Pennell
When & what style?
1921
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a large industrial building with a long, straight facade and a flat roof. The building is divided into several sections, each with rows of windows and doors. In the foreground, people are walking along the street in front of the building, while others are standing outside the entrance. The scene is rendered in a detailed and realistic style, with a focus on the textures and patterns of the building's architecture. The artist has used a range of grays and blacks to create a sense of depth and atmosphere, with the building looming large in the background. For more information on this artist's work, look up Pennell, Joseph.

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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