Mine Disaster

c. 1939

Harry Gottlieb

Associated Names
Harry Gottlieb

Artist, American, 1895 - 1992

This is a painting of an industrial scene with gathered figures and a large fire. The image features groups of figures around a central fire, layered with smoke. The background shows an industrial structure. The foreground is dominated by individuals standing on wooden platforms or walkways, and the scene stretches into the distance with more figures and possible industrial buildings silhouetted against the sky. The use of dark shades interspersed with highlights creates a narrative tension and emotional resonance.
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Inscriptions

In ink: lower center, Mine Disaster; lower right, Harry Gottlieb, 1930; in the print: in white ink, Harry Gottlieb.

Wikidata ID

Q76550805

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