Willem staat te zingen in een verlaten dorpsstraat before 1926

Anny Leusink made this drawing with pen, ink and pencil. The artist chose some quite modest materials to create this depiction of a man named Willem singing in a deserted village street. The drawing has been carefully constructed with clear, simple lines. With a clear attention to detail in the buildings, the artist has captured the atmosphere of a rural village, and imbued it with a sense of longing. The use of blue pencil to add depth and shadow to the monochromatic scene, is quite unusual. The lines are delicate, and the details are carefully rendered to produce an evocative image. The image is in the style of an illustration from a book. The choice of traditional drawing materials emphasizes a connection to the traditions of craft and illustration, while the subject matter reflects a social consciousness. Paying close attention to materials, making, and context, helps to appreciate the full meaning of this piece, challenging conventional separations between fine art and craft.