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The Keel

Joseph Pennell

National Gallery of Art

This is a detailed drawing of a ship under construction in a shipyard. The scene shows the ship being built within a framework of scaffolding and cranes. The drawing includes intricate details of the ship's structure, scaffoldings, and industrial components. The use of lines and shading creates a complex, bustling atmosphere typical of an active shipyard. The perspective is centered on the ship's bow, with the surrounding framework providing scale and depth to the setting.

Artwork Details

Date
1917
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
4156 × 3242 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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