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Early Morning, Miraflores

Joseph Pennell

National Gallery of Art

The image displays an elevated panoramic view of an industrial or construction site. In the illustration, there are large cranes, industrial structures, railroad tracks, and a train emitting smoke. The artwork is done in a monochromatic sketch style with dynamic brushstrokes. The color scheme is limited to black and white, emphasizing details of the busy scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1912
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
4257 × 3299 px
Public Domain
Yes
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