Experience the unique charm of Laura Rutledge's original pencil sketch “Peekaboo Ms. Lake." Capturing the essence of illustration art, this small-sized, one-of-a-kind piece showcases the artist's skill in portraying the subtleties of the human form. Matted to 8” high and 10” wide, it is ready to be a standout addition to any art collection.Crafted in 2017, this authentic drawing is signed by the artist, solidifying its provenance and adding to its value as a collector's item. The intricate pencil technique Rutledge employs brings her subject to life, offering a glimpse into the theme of people and art that she so masterfully explores.
Veronica Lake was a film star in the 40s, famed for her peekaboo hairstyle. Whenever my own hair would fall down, covering one eye, my mother would call me Veronica or Ms. Lake. This sketch was done in memory of those days with my mother.