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English War Work: The Urns, Casting Big Shells
English War Work: The Urns, Casting Big Shells is a print by Joseph Pennell. It dates from 1916 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
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Overview
English War Work: The Urns, Casting Big Shells is a 1916 print by American artist Joseph Pennell, capturing a scene of industrial production during World War I.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a factory floor where large metal shells are being manufactured, with a train loaded with the objects in the foreground and workers tending to machinery in the background.
Technique & Style
Pennell's use of rough lines and quick strokes conveys a sense of urgency and grittiness, reflecting the intense industrial activity of wartime production.
History & Provenance
The work is part of a series focusing on industrial processes during World War I and is now held by The Cleveland Museum of Art.
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Artist
Joseph Pennell (July 4, 1857 – April 23, 1926) was an American draftsman, etcher, lithographer, and illustrator for books and magazines.
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