Power House

c. 1935

Salvatore Pinto

Associated Names
Salvatore Pinto

Artist, American, born Italy, 1905 - 1966

The image is a black and white print of an industrial complex viewed from a fixed, slightly elevated perspective. Buildings with textured surfaces, smokestacks, and narrow windows rise to the right, while train tracks and a small building are in the foreground. The horizon is indicated by a distant structure line curving to the left, leading towards a flatter landscape. The artwork features clear, defined brushstrokes and lines, resembling a wood engraving or linocut style. The monochromatic color palette creates contrast, texture, and depth. In the background, there are slender trees, light clouds, and a complex interplay of lines and curves extending towards an arched bridge.
This object’s media is not available for download. Contact us about image usage.

Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: 50 Power House; lower right: Salvatore Pinto

Wikidata ID

Q76551663

You may be interested in

Loading Results