Coal Cars

1936

Blanche Grambs

Associated Names
Blanche Grambs

Artist, American, 1916 - 2010

Federal Art Project (New York City)

Publisher

This is a drawing of train cars. The image shows a series of boxy, industrial cars lined up in a row, extending towards the horizon. Each car is portrayed with strong vertical and horizontal lines, giving it a sturdy appearance. The use of monochrome and strong contrasts highlights the metal surfaces' texture. The drawing style conveys a sense of movement and depth, as the cars are positioned diagonally, guiding the viewer's gaze through the composition. The limited color palette and bold linework add to the dramatic mood of the scene.
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Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1996

  • Wechsler, James. "The Great Depression and the Prints of Blanche Grambs." Print Quarterly XIII (December 1996): no. 18.

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: lower left, © 1936; lower center, Coal Cars; lower right, B.M. Grambs.
Stamped in ink: verso, lower left, FEDERAL ART PROJECT NYC WPA

Wikidata ID

Q76550829

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