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The Coal Mine

Joseph Pennell

National Gallery of Art

The image shows railroad tracks leading towards industrial structures in the distance. The horizon line is positioned about a third from the bottom, dotted with rooftops and utility poles. Smoke from various chimneys blends into the sky. The brushstrokes exhibit a sketch-like quality with detailed textures and contrasts. The color palette is monochromatic using shades of grey and black. Smoke rises from chimneys creating a busy industrial atmosphere. More factory structures are visible in the distance amidst the smoke-filled background.

Artwork Details

Date
1916
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
4056 × 3131 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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