What is the thematic context of Level Crossing?

northern renaissance influence, industrial england depiction, railway life & society, urban landscape focus, social commentary subtle, lowry's signature style, regional identity theme, documenting everyday scenes

What element contributes to the 'old-fashioned' or historical atmosphere in the painting?

The modern clothing of the people

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Level Crossing

: Painting
: Northern Renaissance
: 1946
: 46.0 x 56.0 cm
: The Lowry

Laurence Stephen Lowry (1887 – 1976)

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The Lowry (Greater Manchester, United Kingdom)

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About this artwork

Title: Level Crossing
Artist: Laurence Stephen Lowry
Year: 1946
Original dimensions: 46.0 x 56.0 cm
Format: Landscape
Copyright status: Under copyright
Where to see it: The Lowry
Creative period: 20th Century
Purpose: Accent
Keywords: northern england art , northern renaissance , train station artwork

Quick Facts

Notable elements or techniques: Steam engine; Toy train
Year: 1946
Subject or theme: Northern industrial landscapes
Artistic style: Naïve Art
Location: The Lowry Collection, Salford
Dimensions: 46 x 56 cm