Power Station at Croix-Wasquehal (oil on canvas)
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Power Station at Croix-Wasquehal (oil on canvas)
XIR155342 Power Station at Croix-Wasquehal (oil on canvas) by Lety, Hippolyte (1878-1925); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Tourcoing, France; (add.info.: Croix Wasquehal in north France; ); French, out of copyright
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Chimney Coal Energy Industrial Revolution Industrialisation Pollution Pushing Usine Fossil Fuel Labourer
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The captivating print titled "Power Station at Croix-Wasquehal" by Lety, Hippolyte takes us back to the industrial revolution era in France. This oil on canvas masterpiece, housed in the Musee des Beaux-Arts in Tourcoing, depicts a scene that exudes power and energy. In this artwork, we are transported to the bustling world of an early 20th-century French power station. The towering chimney billows thick smoke into the sky as it stands tall against a backdrop of a serene river. The factory's presence dominates the landscape, symbolizing progress and industrialization. A cart filled with coal is being pushed by a laborer along the riverside path, highlighting the manual labor required to fuel these massive machines. It serves as a reminder of how human effort was essential for driving forward technological advancements during that time. This image captures both awe-inspiring beauty and environmental concerns associated with fossil fuel consumption. The artist skillfully portrays not only the strength of industry but also its impact on nature through subtle hints of pollution. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are reminded of how far society has come since then while acknowledging our responsibility towards sustainable energy sources. It serves as an important historical artifact that prompts reflection on our past achievements and challenges us to shape a cleaner future for generations to come.
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