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Fitting Guns in Turrets

Joseph Pennell

National Gallery of Art

This is an image of a mechanical structure resembling a gun turret. The structure is situated in an industrial setting, with scaffolding and industrial components surrounding it. The background features beams and cranes, suggesting heavy machinery and assembly. The drawing uses a sketchy, linear style and varying shades of graphite for shadows and textures.

Artwork Details

Date
1916
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
4023 × 3076 px
Public Domain
Yes
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