Diorama:
The tragic occurrence of more than 80 mine explosions in five years led to the creation of the U.S. Department of the Interior
National Park Service, Eastern Museum Laboratory, Albert Mcclure (1903-1986), Lee Roland Warthen (1893-1949) (? – ?)
Discover the collaborative work of the National Park Service’s Eastern Museum Laboratory with Albert Mcclure & Lee Roland Warthen (1903-1949). Known for detailed dioramas and exhibit plans documenting American life during the 1930s, their art offers a unique historical perspective.
U.S. Department of the Interior Museum (Washington, D.C., United States of America)
Explore U.S. history & nature at the U.S. Department of Interior Museum! Discover exhibits on America's landscapes, natural resources & heritage, including New Deal-era murals and Ansel Adams' photography.
About this artwork
- Title: Diorama:
- Artist: National Park Service, Eastern Museum Laboratory, Albert Mcclure (1903-1986), Lee Roland Warthen (1893-1949)
- Year: 1936
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: U.S. Department of the Interior Museum
- Medium: Painting
- Color palette: Earthy
- Purpose: Cultural
- Keywords: new deal era art , historical diorama , sepia tone scene