Landschap met bomen en een pad langs een huis 1874 - 1925

Jan Veth rendered this landscape with trees and a path along a house in graphite pencil and colored chalk. This choice of readily available materials speaks to the artist's desire to capture a direct impression of the natural world. The inherent qualities of graphite, with its range from light, hazy strokes to darker, more defined lines, allow Veth to delineate the forms of the trees and the architecture of the house. The textured surface of the chalk adds depth and atmosphere, particularly in the rendering of the sky and foliage. The artist skillfully employs these materials to create a sense of depth and volume. The marks record the artist’s gestures, making the drawing an intimate record of looking. Veth’s approach underscores the importance of close observation and direct engagement with the subject matter. Ultimately, this landscape invites us to reconsider the value of simple materials.