Building the Freidrich-Strasse Station 1921

Joseph Pennell's 1921 drawing "Building the Freidrich-Strasse Station" is a striking depiction of urban development. The artist, known for his illustrations of cityscapes and industrial subjects, uses a loose, expressive line to capture the construction of a bridge over a bustling waterway, while people move about below. The image is infused with a sense of dynamism, reflecting the rapid growth and change of the modern city. The details of the bridge's construction, the bustling crowds, and the distant buildings create a strong sense of place.