Artwork

Broad St. Station

Broad St. Station, by Joseph Pennell, ink, 1912
Broad St. Station, by Joseph Pennell, ink, 1912

Broad St. Station is an ink print by Joseph Pennell. It dates from 1912 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Broad St.

About this work

Overview

Broad St. Station is a 1912 lithograph by Joseph Pennell, capturing a bustling urban industrial scene.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a crowded train station with a distinctive tower and large building, conveying the energy and activity of the location through Pennell's loose, expressive lines.

Technique & Style

Pennell's lithograph showcases his skill in capturing movement and atmosphere, using quick, sketchy lines to convey the dynamism of the scene and the smoke-filled air.

History & Provenance

Pennell, trained under James Lambdin and Thomas Eakins, maintained ties to American artistic traditions while working largely in Europe, and his work often focused on documenting significant structures and industrial motifs.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Joseph Pennell

Artist

Joseph Pennell

Joseph Pennell (July 4, 1857 – April 23, 1926) was an American draftsman, etcher, lithographer, and illustrator for books and magazines.

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