Joseph Pennell's pictures of the Panama Canal by Joseph Pennell

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Author Pennell, Joseph, 1857-1926
LoC No. 2008570480
Title Joseph Pennell's pictures of the Panama Canal
Reproductions of a series of lithographs made by him on the Isthmus of Panama, January—March 1912, together with impressions and notes by the artist
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Summary "Joseph Pennell's pictures of the Panama Canal" by Joseph Pennell is a collection of lithographs accompanied by the artist's impressions and notes, created during the early 20th century. This work documents the construction of the Panama Canal, an engineering marvel of the time, reflecting the intense labor and intricate designs that characterized this monumental project. As both a historical account and an artistic endeavor, the book encapsulates the spirit of the era, particularly during the early 1910s, when the canal was nearing completion. In this book, Joseph Pennell details his experiences on the Isthmus of Panama while producing a series of lithographs from January to March 1912. He describes his observations of the various landscapes, the engineering work undertaken, and the people involved in the canal's construction, from laborers to engineers. Through his art and narrative, Pennell captures both the beauty of the tropical environment and the monumental scale of the canal's infrastructure, providing readers with a vivid visual and descriptive account of this historic undertaking. The work highlights not only the technical achievements but also the artistic perspective of an observer witnessing a transformative period in engineering history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class NE: Fine Arts: Print media
LoC Class TC: Technology: Ocean engineering
Subject Lithography, American
Subject Pennell, Joseph, 1857-1926
Subject Panama Canal (Panama) -- Pictorial works
Category Text
EBook-No. 48924
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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