Boerderijen c. 1780 - 1800

Barend Hendrik Thier sketched these farmhouses without a date, capturing rural scenes and their intimate connection to the cycle of life. The most striking feature is the thatched roof. From the earliest times, the thatched roof symbolized shelter and protection, a primal need that resonates deep within us. The roof, a ubiquitous symbol of refuge, also appears in countless forms across cultures. Think of the tent that sheltered nomadic tribes. In a way, these farmhouses with their thatched roofs are echoes of ancient needs for security. The image’s emotional power lies in its simplicity. It brings to mind the warmth of a hearth, and the cycle of generations, tapping into collective memories and our subconscious understanding of home. It is a visual echo of the past that continues to speak to our modern sensibilities.