Workshop 1913

Allen Lewis's 1913 etching "Workshop" depicts a cluttered interior with an old woman seated in a chair, her head resting on her hand, perhaps reflecting on the work being done in the room. The scene is filled with tools and materials, suggestive of a working space, perhaps a workshop or a carpenter's shop. The composition is dominated by the large, looming structure of the workbench, which is positioned in the center of the etching, highlighting the intricate craftsmanship of the artist's lines. The use of dark values in the image creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, highlighting the artist's interest in the everyday life and the working-class society.