Zondagswet 1900 - 1930

Patricq Kroon made this ink drawing, Zondagswet, at some unknown date. It’s a dense drawing with caricatures, using thick and thin lines and cross hatching to create tone. The process is visible in the uneven application of ink, especially in the solid black areas. The faces are the focal point; each is highly individual and rendered with clear, expressive lines. Note the variety of line qualities. Some are sharp and angular, defining the edges of the faces, while others are softer and more curved. This contrast gives the drawing a dynamic feel, as if the characters are in motion. Look at the way the ink bleeds slightly in places, adding a layer of texture that feels spontaneous and raw. It's like Kroon wasn't afraid to let the materials do their thing. You might see echoes of artists like George Grosz, who also used caricature to critique society, though Kroon has his own distinct voice. This piece speaks to the never-ending conversation between artists across time, each riffing on ideas, forms, and techniques, making something new.