Gezicht op een vijver met twee zwanen 1907 - 1909

Simon Moulijn made this drawing of a pond with two swans, but when is unknown. There's a real attention to detail in the rendering of the trees and the water, with all these tiny little lines doing the work. It's the kind of piece that makes you think about all the time and effort that goes into making art. The graphite is so finely applied, creating a soft, almost misty atmosphere. The reflections in the water are just gorgeous, mirroring the trees and sky above. And those swans! They add such a touch of elegance to the scene. Look at the way Moulijn uses these little dashes to create the ripples on the water, so simple, but so effective. It reminds me of James McNeill Whistler’s atmospheric studies, where the mood and tone are everything, just a whisper of a scene that invites you to fill in the gaps. Ultimately, it's this kind of understated beauty that makes you appreciate the quiet moments in life.