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Blast Furnace - Brooklyn

Donato Rico

Associated Names

Donato Rico

Artist, American, 1912 - 1985

The image depicts a steel manufacturing scene. It shows an industrial setting with individuals operating a large cauldron or ladle, pouring molten steel. The style is akin to a woodcut, with high contrast between black and white colors. Light rays highlight the heat of the molten steel. The strong lines and texture convey movement and laborious effort, showcasing the hard-working atmosphere of a steel facility.

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Artwork overview

Medium

wood engraving
Credit Line

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

Image: 205 x 154 mm
Sheet: 279 x 200 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.4100

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: lower left, Blast Furnace - Brooklyn; lower right, Don Rico.

Wikidata ID

Q76551733

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