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The Iron Rolling Mill (Modern Cyclopes), 1873-1875. Artist: Menzel, Adolph Friedrich, von (1815-1905)
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The Iron Rolling Mill (Modern Cyclopes), 1873-1875. Artist: Menzel, Adolph Friedrich, von (1815-1905)
The Iron Rolling Mill (Modern Cyclopes), 1873-1875. Found in the collection of the Staatliche Museen, Berlin
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Adolph Friedrich German History Heavy Industry History Of Germany Industrial Plant Industrialialization Menzel Metall Processing Metallurgy Proletarian Proletariat Prussia Steel Steelworker Von 1815 1905 Works
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This print captures the essence of industrialization in Germany during the late 19th century. Titled "The Iron Rolling Mill (Modern Cyclopes)" this masterpiece was created by Adolph Friedrich von Menzel between 1873 and 1875. The painting, now housed in the collection of Staatliche Museen in Berlin, depicts a bustling steelworks plant where workers toil tirelessly. Menzel's attention to detail is evident as he portrays the heavy industry with remarkable realism. The composition showcases a group of steelworkers engaged in their laborious tasks, surrounded by machinery and billowing smoke. Their muscular forms and determined expressions epitomize the proletariat class that fueled Germany's rapid industrialization. The artist skillfully captures both the physicality and monotony of factory work while highlighting its significance within German history. This piece serves as a poignant reminder of Prussia's rise as an industrial powerhouse during this era. "The Iron Rolling Mill" also sheds light on metallurgy and steel production, crucial sectors that propelled Germany into becoming an economic force. Menzel's use of oil on canvas adds depth to his genre scene, immersing viewers into this pivotal moment in time. As we gaze upon this print, we are transported back to an age when hard work defined livelihoods and shaped nations. It stands as a testament to human resilience amidst progress and offers us a glimpse into our collective past – one marked by innovation, determination, and societal transformation through industry.
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