Portret van een man met hoed, genaamd Jodocus c. 1883 - 1914

Floris Arntzenius rendered this sketch of a man called Jodocus using lines, which appear like wireframes. The neutral ground allows the sketched figure to float against the page. Arntzenius’ economy of line is noteworthy. Each stroke feels weighted with intent, constructing form with minimal fuss. Notice how the hatching on Jodocus’s hat suggests volume and texture, while the contour lines define his profile with precision. This seemingly simple sketch carries a density of information. It echoes broader philosophical ideas about representation and perception, where the essential is distilled from the superfluous. The very act of sketching becomes a process of filtering reality through the artist's eye, capturing the essence of Jodocus with remarkable efficiency. The linear quality of Arntzenius’ work, while appearing straightforward, serves to highlight the inherent complexities of seeing and representing, inviting us to contemplate the structures that underpin our understanding of the visual world.