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The Foundry, after Adolf Friedrich Erdmann Menzel, c1880-83. Creators: Adolph Menzel, W Manfield
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The Foundry, after Adolf Friedrich Erdmann Menzel, c1880-83. Creators: Adolph Menzel, W Manfield
The Foundry, after Adolf Friedrich Erdmann Menzel'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]
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EDITORS COMMENTS
a captivating 19th century art print by Adolph Menzel, as rendered by W. Manfield, invites viewers into the gritty world of heavy industry. This evocative work, published by J.S. Virtue & Co. Ltd in London around 1880, offers a glimpse into the dangerous and demanding realm of iron and steel production. Menzel's masterful brushstrokes bring to life the chaotic scene of a foundry, where molten iron is poured into molds. The foundry worker, clad in protective clothing, stands at the center, his focused gaze on the molten iron. The background is filled with a jumble of iron tools, smoky air, and the intense heat of the foundry. The foundry worker's fellow laborers, dressed in similar garb, are scattered throughout the print, each engrossed in their respective tasks. The social class divide is evident in the print, with the workers toiling in the dirty, perilous conditions, while the observer, likely a member of the upper class, gazes upon the scene from a safe distance. The foundry worker's occupation, once considered a noble and essential profession, is now a reminder of the harsh realities of industrialization. The print, "The Foundry," by Adolph Menzel and W. Manfield, is a poignant reminder of the risks and rewards of the industrial age. It invites us to reflect on the past and consider the impact of heavy industry on our world today. With its intricate details and powerful imagery, this print is a must-have for any art or history collection.
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