Labor in a Diesel Plant 1941

"Labor in a Diesel Plant" (1941) is a woodcut by Italian-American artist Letterio Calapai. The piece depicts a group of workers in a bustling factory setting. Calapai uses bold lines and stark contrasts to highlight the physical exertion and industrial environment of their labor. The composition is dynamic, with figures seemingly intertwined with machinery, creating a sense of movement and energy. Calapai's work celebrates the working class and the importance of industry during a time of economic hardship and impending war. The print's powerful imagery underscores the significance of labor in the face of industrialization and global conflict.