PR.1921.23.ab_01
Title
National Projectile Factory, Cardonald
Maker of the object
Farrell, Frederick Arthur (1882 - 1935, Scottish)
Materials
pencil, chalk, paper
Place
Scotland, Cardonald, National Projectile Factory (place associated)
Description
Interior of a World War I munitions factory, Cardonald, Glasgow. The artist's focus is on the architecture of roof struts, cast iron supports, power shafts and driving belts. There is a feeling of movement, energy and noise. Women can be seen using machines to finish off shells.
Measurements
framed: 631 mm x 479 mm; unframed: 463 mm x 282 mm
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