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'C' Flight Machine Cracked on Hanger 'B'
Frank Johnston
An atmospheric 1918 watercolor study of a crashed aircraft by Canadian artist Frank Johnston.
Assembling Liberty Planes at Romorantin
J. Andre Smith
1918 · Paper, Pencil, Watercolor Paint
A compelling World War I industrial scene depicting the focused activity of soldiers assembling aircraft in a hangar.
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Where it works
A measured, grounding piece with warm, lived-in color — sits quietly within a room.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Office · Study
- Placement
- Reads naturally above long furniture lines
- Walls
- Best with clear wall contrast
- Color notes
- Soft gray, Soft cream, Charcoal black
About the piece
Created in 1918 by American artist J. Andre Smith, this detailed watercolor and pencil sketch captures a moment of wartime industry. The piece illustrates the assembly of Liberty planes at Romorantin, France, showcasing the skilled labor of soldiers amidst the impressive scale of early 20th-century aviation architecture.
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