The Gun Pit, No.I

1917

Joseph Pennell

Associated Names
Joseph Pennell

Artist, American, 1857 - 1926

This is a drawing of an industrial scene inside a large manufacturing facility. The image depicts a large structure with visible architectural elements such as beams and large doorways, framing the view of an outdoor setting. In the composition, machinery and infrastructure are emphasized, suggesting a place of significant industrial activity. A massive piece of equipment hangs centrally from the ceiling. Various other scaffolding-like structures can be seen in the background, adding depth and complexity to the scene. The use of light and shadow is prominent, with the interior spaces shrouded in darkness, creating a stark contrast with the bright outdoor area. A glimpse of a bridge or crane structure is visible, along with smaller details like train tracks and what appears to be steam or smoke emanating from machinery. This drawing maintains a realistic perspective with a sketch-like quality typical of a lithograph, offering insight into an era of industrialization.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.6929

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Wuerth 1931, no. 491


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1931

  • Wuerth, Louis A. Catalogue of the Lithographs of Joseph Pennell. Boston: Little, Brown and Co., 1931.

Wikidata ID

Q65022629

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