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Eads Bridge, St. Louis
Eads Bridge, St. Louis is an ink print by Joseph Pennell. It dates from 1919 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Eads Bridge, St.
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Overview
Eads Bridge, St. Louis is a 1919 lithograph by Joseph Pennell, capturing the construction of a major industrial landmark.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts the Eads Bridge spanning the Mississippi River, conveying the chaos and activity of its construction site. Workers swarm the bridge's arches, while boats populate the river and buildings line the opposite shore.
Technique & Style
Pennell's lithograph is characterized by loose, rough lines, evoking the impression of rapid sketching. The artist's focus on the construction site's disorder and activity is reflected in the absence of smooth shapes and the presence of scaffolding and tools.
History & Provenance
Joseph Pennell, an American artist influenced by James McNeill Whistler, created the work while residing in Europe. Pennell was trained by James Lambdin and Thomas Eakins, and often collaborated with his wife, Elizabeth Robins, on art-related projects.
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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.
