Leeds 

J.M.W. Turner created this watercolor titled "Leeds," capturing the urban landscape during the Industrial Revolution. Turner, who came from humble beginnings, often focused on the impact of industrialization and urbanization on British society. In "Leeds" he paints billowing smoke and factory chimneys, signaling both progress and environmental transformation. The figures in the foreground, dwarfed by the cityscape, offer a glimpse into the lives of working-class individuals navigating this changing world. This artwork isn't just a landscape, it's a social commentary. It touches upon the human cost of industrial advancement and the shifting identities tied to labor and urbanization. Turner invites us to reflect on how the pursuit of progress alters our environment and the lives of those who inhabit it, a question that remains relevant today.