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  • The image shows a steamship sailing through choppy waters in a woodcut style. The horizon is high in the composition with a plume of smoke rising from the ship's smokestack. Bold, black linear strokes highlight the ship against a light background, emphasizing the rolling waves.

    Two Ships

    J. J. Lankes, Doremus and Co.

    1930

    Wood engraving in black on wove paper  Accession ID  2015.19.3324

    Not on view
  • The image shows an arched bridge over a river or body of water from a slightly elevated and side perspective. The bridge spans the image, rendered with detailed illustrative style using bold, linear brushstrokes. Above the bridge, the high horizon has fluffy clouds in the sky. The artwork uses a monochromatic palette of black ink on a light beige or tan background for high contrast. Close to us, the lines suggest rocks or hills by the bridge, while in the distance, rolling hills complete the scenery. The overall impression is one of detailed clarity, focusing on the bridge set against the landscape.

    Concrete Bridge

    J. J. Lankes, Doremus and Co.

    1930

    Wood engraving in black on wove paper  Accession ID  2015.19.3320

    Not on view
  • The image shows two figures standing with a landscape in the background. The horizon line is low with swirling cloud patterns in the sky. There is a lightning bolt in the sky. A small house, trees, and rolling hills are also visible in the scene. The style is characterized by bold lines and hatching. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of black and tan.

    Storm

    J. J. Lankes, Doremus and Co.

    1930

    Wood engraving in black on wove paper  Accession ID  2015.19.3323

    Not on view
  • This is a drawing of two steam locomotives. The drawing depicts two large steam engines side by side, with billowing clouds of steam emanating from their exhausts and drifting upward in a stylized manner. The broad, dynamic lines create movement and emphasize the power and industrial strength of the machines. Striped patterns of shading highlight the structure and form of the locomotives and clouds. The stylized clouds and diagonal shading lines emphasize the vertical and horizontal elements in the image, contributing to a powerful representation of these icons of industrial progress.

    Two Locomotives

    J. J. Lankes, Doremus and Co.

    1930

    Wood engraving in black on wove paper  Accession ID  2015.19.3322

    Not on view
  • This is a drawing of a foundry scene with molten metal being poured. The image depicts an industrial setting where a large ladle suspended from a crane is being used to pour molten metal into a mold or container, while two figures stand observing the process. The scene is rendered in stark black and white, utilizing bold lines and crosshatching to create dramatic contrasts and the illusion of light emanating from the molten material. The detailed line work suggests the intense heat and energy of the foundry environment, emphasizing the mechanical elements and the architectural structure of the facility. The style is reminiscent of woodcuts or linocuts, with sharp lines and a strong graphic appearance.

    Foundry

    J. J. Lankes, Doremus and Co.

    1930

    Wood engraving in black on wove paper  Accession ID  2015.19.3312

    Not on view
  • This is a drawing of a series of large industrial machines with large wheels and crankshafts inside a building with a row of arched windows. The intricate black and white illustration captures an industrial scene featuring a row of massive machinery inside a factory-like space. The composition is dominated by the repetitive geometric patterns created by the arched windows and the round, wheel-like components of the machines. The use of light and shadow through hatching and cross-hatching techniques emphasizes the three-dimensional form of the machinery and the architectural elements of the space. The perspective draws the eye along the line of machines into the depth of the space, enhancing the vastness of the setting. The artwork is detailed with fine lines and contrasts to convey texture and structure effectively.

    Dynamos

    J. J. Lankes, Doremus and Co.

    1930

    Wood engraving in black on laid paper  Accession ID  2015.19.3321

    Not on view
  • The image is a black and white illustration of a tall arch bridge with a train traveling on top. The bridge spans the composition in a curve, with stylized clouds and a suggestion of a distant landscape with swirling lines hinting at water. The lines are sharp and linear, creating a solid structure. The color palette is monochromatic, with bold contrasts between black ink and beige paper.

    Waterfall and Bridge

    J. J. Lankes, Doremus and Co.

    1929

    Wood engraving in black on wove paper  Accession ID  2015.19.3316

    Not on view
  • The image shows a steam locomotive emerging from a tunnel in rugged terrain. The viewer is positioned near the train, emphasizing its size as it exits the dark tunnel. The composition directs the eye towards distant smoke stacks, implying an industrial setting. The style features bold, linear strokes reminiscent of engraving or woodcut techniques, creating texture and depth. The color palette is stark with black ink on a beige background, enhancing contrast and showcasing details of the locomotive, figures, and rocky landscape.

    Train Tunnel

    J. J. Lankes, Doremus and Co.

    1929

    Wood engraving in black on wove paper  Accession ID  2015.19.3315

    Not on view
  • The image displays a forest scene depicted from a slightly elevated point of view. The view is obscured by thick, overlapping trees with bold, black outlines against a tan or light cream-colored background. Several figures are portrayed among the trees, holding tools that imply engagement in activities like logging or woodwork. The trees create a layered effect in the composition.

    Woodchoppers

    J. J. Lankes, Doremus and Co.

    1929

    Wood engraving in black on wove paper  Accession ID  2015.19.3317

    Not on view
  • The image displays a man with a plow in a stylized, monochromatic style. The setting includes industrial structures with smoke coming from chimneys in the distance, with two airplanes flying in the sky above. Bold lines and cross-hatching techniques are used to create a textured look. The color scheme is limited to black and cream, emphasizing the man and the scene. Sweeping strokes in the sky add movement and contrast between natural and industrial elements.

    Man with Plow

    J. J. Lankes, Doremus and Co.

    1929

    Wood engraving in black on wove paper  Accession ID  2015.19.3311

    Not on view
  • The image depicts an industrial waterfront scene with large silos arranged vertically. The perspective is straight-on, showcasing the towering structures. The horizon line is not clearly defined, emphasizing the silos' height. The artwork appears to be a woodcut print with clean lines. The color scheme is monochromatic, using black ink on a light background. A solitary figure stands near the water's edge, with a boat emitting smoke. Stylized clouds in the sky contrast with the structured buildings. Smaller buildings in the distance suggest a larger industrial area.

    Grain Elevators

    J. J. Lankes, Doremus and Co.

    1929

    Wood engraving in black on wove paper  Accession ID  2015.19.3314

    Not on view
  • This is a drawing of an industrial scene. The drawing depicts an industrial site with towering cylindrical structures in the background, resembling silos or storage tanks, lined up in a uniform manner. In the foreground, there are several figures engaged in work-related activities around large, blocky forms that could be crates or machinery parts. There is also a pile of granular material in the center. A large crane structure frames the right side of the composition, and the entire scene is executed in a black and white, woodcut style, emphasizing strong lines and contrasts.

    Freight Handlers

    J. J. Lankes, Doremus and Co.

    1929

    Wood engraving in black on wove paper  Accession ID  2015.19.3318

    Not on view