Ink on Paper Drawing, "Reno, Nevada Ore Refining", H. Krell 1955

This ink on paper drawing captures an industrial Reno landscape with practiced line work, depicting ore refining facilities and their characteristic structures against a Nevada backdrop. The artist H. Krell has signed the piece and noted the subject with handwritten annotation, creating an intimate record of the region's mining heritage in warm, aged tones.

Dated to 1955, this work reflects the mid-century American tradition of documenting industrial and regional subjects through drawing. The piece preserves a moment in Reno's economic history when ore processing was central to the area's development and character. If you'd like to learn more about our products, please visit our university page for more information.