Lake Superior (1928) by Lawren Harris

Lake Superior - Lawren Harris - 1928

Artwork Information

TitleLake Superior
ArtistLawren Harris
Date1928
Art MovementArt Nouveau (Modern)

About Lake Superior

“Lake Superior,” created by Lawren Harris in 1928, is an exemplary piece of the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement. This landscape artwork captures the serene beauty of Lake Superior, exhibiting a mastery of form and abstraction typical of Harris’ style.

The artwork exhibits a tranquil scene with luminous clouds floating above the calm waters of Lake Superior. The foreground features a dark silhouette of rocky terrain, adding depth and contrast to the composition. The sky and water are painted in a harmonious palette of blues, with the gentle glow of light reflecting off the lake’s surface. The vivid, sweeping strokes and simplified forms evoke a sense of grandeur and calmness, encapsulating the natural majesty of the landscape. Harris’ use of color and light highlights the timeless and tranquil beauty of this vast body of water.

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