Drie mannen zittend op stoelen 1890 - 1946

This sketch of three men seated was created by Cornelis Vreedenburgh. In this simple composition, we see a motif that has appeared across art history: the seated figure. The act of sitting itself—seemingly mundane—carries profound connotations. Consider the seated Buddha, embodying enlightenment and inner peace. Or think of the philosopher, seated in contemplation, representing wisdom and knowledge. Even the simple act of gathering as a group to sit together implies shared experience. This image evokes a powerful connection to our collective memory. There is something universal in the simple act of sitting that touches a deep, subconscious part of us. It is this emotional and psychological weight that the image carries across time, continuing to engage us on a profound level.