02729cam a22003613u 4500 57660 UtSlPG 20260610134329.0 m cr n 260607r2018||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 16019662 UtSlPG en iso639-1 NE Pennell, Joseph, 1857-1926 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 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2018 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2018-08-08 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) "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.) Original publication data not identified Lithography, American Pennell, Joseph, 1857-1926 Work in art Etching, American Drawing, American https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57660 98489 98489