Stoel met biezen zitting 1914

"Stoel met biezen zitting" (Chair with rush seat), a 1914 etching by Dutch artist Jan Mankes, captures the essence of a simple, everyday object with remarkable detail. The chair, depicted in a simple, domestic setting, is rendered with meticulous precision, highlighting the texture of the woven rush seat and the subtle variations in the wood grain. The minimalist composition, with its emphasis on line and form, reflects Mankes' artistic interest in portraying the natural world with unwavering accuracy. This piece, created during a period of prolific creativity for the artist, is a testament to Mankes' skill in transforming the ordinary into something extraordinary.