Metal Workers 1925

"Metal Workers" is a 1925 etching by Danish artist Martin Petersen (1870-1956), depicting two workers in a workshop. The scene is filled with tools, materials, and a sense of both labor and quiet contemplation. The artist's use of line and shadow creates a realistic and atmospheric representation of the everyday lives of working-class people. The print's dimensions, 227 x 225 mm, suggest a relatively intimate scale, allowing for close examination of the details. The image is a testament to Petersen's skill as a printmaker and his interest in capturing the realities of working life.