Artwork
Noonday, Lake Noxen, Sweden
Noonday, Lake Noxen, Sweden is a drawing by the Impressionist artist Muirhead Bone. It dates from 1922 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Noonday, Lake Noxen, Sweden is a drawing created by Muirhead Bone in 1922. It is held by The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a serene lake scene with a calm water surface reflecting the surrounding landscape. A line of trees and bushes along the far shore is punctuated by rocky outcrops, evoking a sense of peacefulness.
Technique & Style
Rendered in loose, watery brushstrokes, the drawing conveys a dreamy, sketch-like quality. The use of muted colors such as pale blues, greens, and whites adds to the tranquil atmosphere.
History & Provenance
Muirhead Bone, a Scottish artist known for his etchings and watercolours, produced this work during a period when his focus was shifting towards landscape subjects. The drawing is signed and titled, indicating its completion in 1922.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sir Muirhead Bone (23 March 1876 – 21 October 1953) was a Scottish etcher and watercolourist who became known for his depiction of industrial and architectural subjects and his work as a war artist in both the First and Second World Wars.
