Roundhouse at High Bridge 1910

"Roundhouse at High Bridge" (1910) by George Luks depicts a scene of industrial activity along the Harlem River in New York City. The painting captures the smoky atmosphere of the roundhouse, a structure used to repair and maintain locomotives. The swirling smoke, rendered in thick brushstrokes, dominates the canvas, creating a sense of movement and energy. Luks's use of bold colors and loose brushwork evokes the dynamic nature of the industrial world, highlighting the contrast between the gritty reality of the city and the romanticism of the surrounding landscape.