Steinernes Meer Possibly 1858 - 1859

amateur sketch

light pencil work

ink drawing

pencil sketch

incomplete sketchy

personal sketchbook

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

"Steinernes Meer" is a pencil drawing by Johannes Tavenraat, a Dutch artist known for his landscapes, and is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. Dated to around 1858-1859, the artwork features a detailed yet minimalist depiction of a rocky mountain range, possibly the "Steinernes Meer" (Stone Sea) mountain range in Germany. The piece showcases Tavenraat's ability to capture the grandeur of nature through simple yet expressive lines, inviting viewers to appreciate the raw beauty of the mountains.