Steam Locomotives at Engine Shed, Oil on Wood Block

Wonderful oil on wood block, signed lower left, presenting a striking industrial scene that celebrates the power and romance of the steam age. Two steam locomotives stand side by side outside a brick engine shed, their boilers venting clouds of steam as sunlight catches the polished rails in the foreground.

The artist skillfully uses the converging railway tracks to draw the viewer into the composition. Crisp architectural details of the locomotive shed contrast with the soft, atmospheric plumes of steam that partially veil the engines. Rich browns, warm brick reds, and cool steel greys are balanced against a clear blue sky. Mesmerizing..

5 1/4” x 7 3/4”