Forest of Flame 1939

"Forest of Flame" is a 1939 lithograph by American artist Harry Sternberg (1904–2001). Sternberg depicts a night scene of an industrial landscape, likely a steel mill, with tall smoke stacks silhouetted against the night sky. The image emphasizes the dark, brooding atmosphere of the scene and the powerful presence of the industrial complex. The artist’s use of strong lines and contrasting values, common in the Art Deco style, contribute to the dramatic impact of the piece.