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Making Propeller Blades

Joseph Pennell

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an industrial workshop filled with machinery and mechanical equipment. Large gears and funnels are arranged around the room. In the background, a large arched window reveals smoke stacks from an industrial landscape. The room is depicted with detailed shading and cross-hatching, showcasing the machinery with depth and texture. Light and shadow are emphasized to capture the industrial atmosphere.

Artwork Details

Date
1917
Medium
lithograph in black on laid paper
Dimensions
4101 × 3221 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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