Grand Lake

arnoldronnebeck

print

pencil drawn

amateur sketch

light pencil work

shading to add clarity

print

little shading

pencil sketch

old engraving style

pencil drawing

limited contrast and shading

tonal art

Arnold Rönnebeck was a Swedish artist who lived from 1885 to 1947, known for his distinct style of black and white illustrations, especially in the realm of landscapes and seascapes. The artwork, “Grand Lake”, is a fine example of his illustrative style, featuring geometric shapes and angular lines to portray a sail boat with two people, sailing along a lake, with a backdrop of mountains. The simplicity of the piece allows the viewer to focus on the quiet serenity of the lake and the beauty of the sail.