The Forges
1917
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Early Modern factory
1917
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white print shows a busy ironworks with glowing furnaces and workers silhouetted against fire. Thick lines and rough shading give it a rough, handmade feel. Dust and smoke swirl around the glowing metal. The artist made the scene feel alive despite the still paper. He used a flat stone with grease to print each copy, letting him draw freely. If you like this bold style, try more work by Pennell, Joseph.
