Along the Right of Way

Description: Along the Right of Way - The P&LE RR Co. is a souvenir booklet published by The Pittsburgh and Lake Erie Railroad Co. (P&LE RR Co.). The P&LE is a division of the New York Central System. Howard Fogg was commissioned by John Barriger, the president of the division to paint scenes along the P&LE division. Howard Fogg spent seven years walking the rail line, climbing the signal towers and bridges, visiting the years, offices, shops and sidings. He did this in all kinds of weather and throughout the year. The artist saw the mills, felt the heat of the furnaces, dodged the trains and smelled the breath and heard the heartbeat of the industries. These travels and experiences resulted in souvenir booklet of 64 prints of Howard Fogg’s paintings along the line. Howard Fogg is often referred to as the dean of American railroad artists. He said of himself that he wasn't an artist who painted trains, but a railroader with a paintbrush, and his love of trains is reflected in his work. Many of the artists that preceded him used exaggerated colors and proportions to emphasize the power and drama of a locomotive. Fogg broke with that tradition and became known for his startling accuracy and realism. He would ensure that every detail was correct, yet his work lost none of the drama and excitement of his predecessors. In addition to Along the Right of Way - The P&LE RR Co., Howard Fogg was commissioned to do painting for the Monon Railroad, Rock Island, ALCO (diesel engine manufacturer) and Union Pacific. Along the Right of Way - The P&LE RR Co. souvenir booklet contains 26 prints in color and they are labeled as to the location of the scene. If you are a New York Central fan, a P&LE fan, Howard Fogg admirer or just love railroad art, this book is a must for your collection. This is a rare collection of Howard Fogg’s railroad art.

Price: 34.95 USD

Location: Glencoe, Illinois

End Time: 2025-01-17T21:08:08.000Z

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