Untitled (Laying Pipe Into Trench) 1941

"Untitled (Laying Pipe Into Trench)" is a 1941 wood engraving by Edward Arthur Wilson, an American artist known for his realist depictions of everyday life. The image depicts a group of workers laying pipe into a trench, highlighting the physical labor involved in such tasks. Wilson's detailed style, characteristic of the American Scene movement, captures the workers' focused expressions and the rough textures of the environment. This artwork, created during a time of significant industrial development, offers a glimpse into the working lives of ordinary Americans.