Scrap Iron

c. 1935-1943

Herman Volz

Associated Names
Herman Volz

Artist, American, 1904 - 1990

The image displays a cluttered industrial landscape viewed from a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon is obscured by a high wall running across the composition. A variety of mechanical parts and machinery is arranged beyond the wall, with a crane arm extended above them. The artwork is detailed and textured, using shades of black, grey, and white. Two figures are depicted on the left, with one holding a newspaper. A large cylindrical pipe is horizontally placed in the bottom right corner, accompanied by a smaller pipe. Utility poles are also visible in the scene.
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Inscriptions

Inscribed: "1/30 Scrap Iron" in pencil, lower right; signed: "Herman Volz" in pencil, lower right

Wikidata ID

Q76441758

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