Lake Steamers, Chicago by Joseph Pennell

Lake Steamers, Chicago 1910

drawing, print, etching, paper

landscape illustration sketch

drawing

aged paper

toned paper

ink painting

print

etching

paper

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

united-states

watercolour illustration

pencil art

watercolor

"Lake Steamers, Chicago" is an etching by American artist Joseph Pennell, created in 1910. The print, currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, depicts a bustling scene along the Chicago River. Pennell's meticulous etching captures the industrial character of the city, with towering buildings, smoke-filled skies, and numerous steamboats navigating the waterway. This piece is a prime example of Pennell's signature style, known for its detailed depictions of urban landscapes and the dynamic energy of modern life. The etching's rich detail and atmospheric rendering provide a glimpse into Chicago's industrial past.