Bring home the serene stillness and timeless heritage of Katraj Lake through this beautifully detailed Black & White Monochromatic Landscape Sketch by artist Gajanan Kurkute.

A landmark deeply woven into Pune’s memory, Katraj Lake was originally developed during the Peshwa era in the 1750s as part of one of the city’s earliest and most remarkable water supply systems. Built under Nanasaheb Peshwa, the lake once sent fresh water through underground stone aqueducts to Shaniwar Wada and the old peths of Pune, making it both a scenic and engineering marvel.

In this monochromatic landscape treatment, the calm expanse of water, soft shoreline contours, distant greenery, and reflective sky are rendered with meditative precision. The black & white palette heightens the lake’s tranquil mood, allowing the subtle contrast of ripples, trees, pathways, and horizon lines to create a deeply peaceful visual experience.

Known for his contemplative line work and emotional city storytelling, Gajanan Kurkute transforms Katraj Lake into a timeless memory of stillness, heritage, and nature within the city. More than a landscape, this artwork preserves the feeling of early morning walks, evening reflections, monsoon skies, and the quiet poetry of Pune’s waterscape.Historical Significance Captured in the Artwork:

• Built in the 1750s during the Peshwa era
  
• Commissioned under Nanasaheb Peshwa
  
• Part of Pune’s historic underground aqueduct water system
  
• Supplied water to Shaniwar Wada and central peths
  
• One of Pune’s most loved monsoon and evening walk destinations
  
• A beautiful blend of nature, engineering, and old-city memory
  Established in 1935
  

This artwork is ideal for:

• Pune heritage collectors
  
• Landscape and nature art lovers
  
• Serene home and office décor
  
• Monsoon nostalgia buyers
  
• Meaningful gifting for Punekars
  

A timeless piece in your “Pune Landscapes & Waterscapes” collection, this sketch beautifully preserves the stillness, history, and reflective soul of Katraj Lake.