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Workers, Radio City

c. early 1930s

James Penney

Associated Names

James Penney

Artist, American, 1910 - 1982

This is a drawing of two individuals working in an industrial setting. The black and white composition shows two figures near a sign that reads "DANGER." One figure is holding a large hammer. Both figures have strong, muscular forms and the use of chiaroscuro creates stark contrasts between light and shadow. The drawing captures a moment of industrial labor with bold lines and textured shading.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams
Dimensions

Image: 292 x 229 mm
Sheet: 435 x 311 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.3890

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Workers, Radio City; lower right: James Penny

Wikidata ID

Q76455893

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