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Open a larger version of the following image in a popup: The painting portrays a landscape with a variety of textures and colours that capture the rugged terrain of Haliburton.
Open a larger version of the following image in a popup: A framed photo of The painting portrays a landscape with a variety of textures and colours that capture the rugged terrain of Haliburton.
Open a larger version of the following image in a popup: The back of The painting portrays a landscape with a variety of textures and colours that capture the rugged terrain of Haliburton.

Carl Schaefer Canadian, 1903-1995

Raven Lake, Haliburton, 1969
watercolour on paper
protected by museum glass
11 x 15 in
signed and dated bottom right
CAD 1,950.00
Carl Schaefer, Raven Lake, Haliburton, 1969
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  • (View a larger image of thumbnail 1 ) The painting portrays a landscape with a variety of textures and colours that capture the rugged terrain of Haliburton.
  • (View a larger image of thumbnail 2 ) A framed photo of The painting portrays a landscape with a variety of textures and colours that capture the rugged terrain of Haliburton.
  • (View a larger image of thumbnail 3 ) The back of The painting portrays a landscape with a variety of textures and colours that capture the rugged terrain of Haliburton.
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Raven Lake, Haliburton by Carl Schaefer is a watercolour depiction of the scenic area of Raven Lake created in 1969. Raven lake is situated in the Haliburton region and is...
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Raven Lake, Haliburton by Carl Schaefer is a watercolour depiction of the scenic area of Raven Lake created in 1969. Raven lake is situated in the Haliburton region and is known for its natural beauty, thereby becoming a popular subject for Canadian landscape artists.


The painting portrays a landscape with a variety of textures and colors that capture the rugged terrain of Haliburton. In the foreground, there is a detailed view of the lakeshore with grasses and reeds, leading to the calm waters of the lake itself, which reflects the sky above. The middle ground shows dense forest with coniferous trees, painted with loose, expressive brushstrokes that suggest the wildness of the area. The background features rolling hills in autumnal colors, possibly indicating the time of year the painting was made. The sky is filled with soft, gentle clouds, and the overall effect is one of tranquility and the serene beauty of the Canadian wilderness.


Schaefer's use of watercolor allows for both delicate washes and more defined lines, giving the piece a dynamic contrast between detail and suggestion. The signature of the artist and the date in the bottom corner of the painting provide authentication and context for the work.
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Provenance

- artist inscription on reverse
- painted May 17, 1969
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