Altenberg (Ertsgebergte) by Leo Gestel

Altenberg (Ertsgebergte) 1923

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pencil drawn

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snow

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aged paper

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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pencil sketch

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old engraving style

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personal sketchbook

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ink drawing experimentation

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sketchbook drawing

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pencil work

"Altenberg (Ertsgebergte)" is a lithograph by Dutch artist Leo Gestel, created in 1923. The artwork depicts a snow-covered village scene with simple, bold lines and a focus on the architecture and figures. Gestel's use of black and white emphasizes the stark beauty of the winter landscape, creating a sense of quietude and isolation. This work is a testament to his skill in capturing the essence of a place through evocative imagery and his mastery of the lithographic medium. The print is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, providing an opportunity for viewers to appreciate the artist's unique style and his ability to convey emotion through the use of visual language.

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