Lake Shore, Cleveland
1950
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1950
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This is a black-and-white drawing of a quiet lakeside scene. A bare, twisted tree dominates the left side, its branches stretching over the water. In the distance, a small sailboat glides on calm waves, while a hill rises behind it. The shore is lined with smooth, wavy lines that look like water or mist. The artist focused on simple shapes and textures—rough bark, delicate branches, and the soft ripples of the lake. The whole scene feels still, like a moment frozen in time. If you like this style, look up Otto H. Bacher.
