Black Mirror 1945

"Black Mirror" is a 1945 etching by Mildred Bryant Brooks, a prominent American printmaker. The work depicts a stark industrial landscape with a large oil derrick and a small, dilapidated boat lying on a beach in the foreground. The oil derrick is reflected in a murky pool of water, creating a sense of foreboding and a dark, somber atmosphere. This piece is an example of Brooks' work, exploring themes of industry and its effects on the environment.