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The Iron Foundry, Burmeister and Wain, 1885. Creator: Peder Severin Kroyer
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The Iron Foundry, Burmeister and Wain, 1885. Creator: Peder Severin Kroyer
The Iron Foundry, Burmeister and Wain, 1885
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Class Copenhagen Kobenhavn Denmark Flame Flames Foundry Foundry Worker Heat Interiors Iron Kroyer Peder Severin Kroyer Ps Manufacturing Peder Severin Kroyer Pouring Ps Kroyer Pulley Shipyard Social Class Teamwork Working Class Dane Danes Impressionist National Gallery Of Denmark Statens Museum For Kunst
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The Iron Foundry, Burmeister and Wain, 1885
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is a captivating oil on canvas painting by Danish Impressionist artist Peder Severin Kroyer. This masterpiece, created in the late 19th century, offers a rare glimpse into the bustling world of an iron foundry, specifically at Burmeister and Wain in Copenhagen, Denmark. The painting is a vibrant and dynamic depiction of the foundry's interior, filled with the raw energy of industry and the intense heat of the furnaces. The iron foundry was a critical component of Denmark's shipbuilding industry, and this painting captures the teamwork and skill required to manufacture the heavy iron components. At the heart of the painting, a group of foundry workers are hard at work. They are focused on their tasks, with one man pouring molten iron into a mold, while another man cranks a pulley to help lift a heavy object. The workers are dressed in their heavy work clothes, their faces etched with the marks of their labor. The painting is rich in color and texture, with the fiery reds and oranges of the flames contrasting sharply with the cooler blues and grays of the foundry's interior. The oil painting technique allows Kroyer to capture the intricacies of the foundry's machinery and the rough textures of the iron and brick walls. The painting is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the Danish working class during the industrial era. It is a valuable addition to the National Gallery of Denmark and a reminder of the country's rich industrial heritage. The painting invites us to appreciate the beauty and power of industry, as well as the human effort that drives it forward.
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