Joseph Pennell's Pictures of the Wonder of Work by Joseph Pennell
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| Author | Pennell, Joseph, 1857-1926 |
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| LoC No. | 16019662 |
| Title |
Joseph Pennell's Pictures of the Wonder of Work Reproductions of a Series of Drawings, Etchings, and Lithographs, Made by Him about the World, 1881-1915, with Impressions and Notes by the Artist |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Melissa McDaniel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Joseph Pennell's Pictures of the Wonder of Work" by Joseph Pennell is a collection of artwork and commentary that showcases a series of the author's drawings, etchings, and lithographs created between 1881 and 1915. This book serves as a visual exploration of industrial and labor themes, capturing the "Wonder of Work" through an artistic lens. Written in the early 20th century, it reflects the growing industrialization of society and the artist's passion for documenting the beauty and intricacy of labor in various forms across different landscapes. In this volume, Pennell meticulously records various scenes of work from around the world, including factories, bridges, and construction sites, celebrating the dignity and artistry found in manual labor. Each illustration is accompanied by the artist's notes, providing personal reflections and insights into the scenes depicted. Pennell discusses how previous artists approached the theme of work, aligning his own interpretations with contemporary and historical contexts. The book emphasizes the intersection of beauty and industry, arguing that the work surrounding us is worthy of admiration and artistic representation. Through his lens, Pennell raises awareness about the often-unnoticed splendor of everyday labor, revealing its profound impact on modern society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NE: Fine Arts: Print media |
| Subject | Lithography, American |
| Subject | Pennell, Joseph, 1857-1926 |
| Subject | Work in art |
| Subject | Etching, American |
| Subject | Drawing, American |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57660 |
| Release Date | Aug 8, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 66 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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