Untitled (Foundry) 1946 - 1947

Leonard Pytlak's "Untitled (Foundry)" is a lithograph depicting the intense heat and labor of a foundry. The artist uses a bold, graphic style to capture the scene, emphasizing the silhouettes of the workers against a backdrop of fiery orange. Created shortly after the end of World War II (1946-1947), it's possible Pytlak is referencing the crucial role of industry in wartime production and the human cost of such labor. The artwork's striking composition and dramatic use of light and shadow draw viewers into the heart of the action, creating a powerful and evocative image of industrial life.