Twelfth Street Meeting House 1920

"Twelfth Street Meeting House" (1920) is an etching by Joseph Pennell, depicting a quaint, old building nestled amidst towering skyscrapers. The work captures the stark contrast of the old and the new in an urban setting. The use of subtle lines and shading creates a sense of depth and texture, highlighting the architectural details of both the old building and the surrounding high-rises. This print is housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. Pennell’s work often focused on capturing the dynamism and change of American cities. He is known for his illustrations and etchings of urban scenes, which often depict the impact of modernization and industrialization on the built environment.