Artwork
The Great Chimney, the Motor Park
The Great Chimney, the Motor Park is an ink print by Joseph Pennell. It dates from 1916 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
The Great Chimney, the Motor Park is a 1916 lithograph by Joseph Pennell, depicting a cityscape dominated by a prominent industrial chimney. The work exemplifies Pennell's affinity for urban and industrial subjects.
Subject & Meaning
The composition centers on a tall, slender chimney emitting smoke, set amidst a bustling urban landscape of buildings, trees, and a distant body of water. The scene conveys the dynamism and industrial activity of early 20th-century city life.
Technique & Style
Pennell employs dark colors and bold lines in this lithograph, creating a sense of energy and movement that underscores the industrial theme. The style reflects his training under James Lambdin and Thomas Eakins, with later influences from James McNeill Whistler.
History & Provenance
Created in 1916, this work is part of Pennell's long career output, marked by his time in Europe and a consistent focus on graphic and illustrative depictions of urban and industrial landscapes.
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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.
