Studieblad met gebouwen c. 1828 - 1897

Adrianus Eversen created this study sheet of buildings using graphite on paper. Graphite, a form of carbon, lends itself to the quick and precise lines we see here. Eversen’s technique reveals much about the context in which this work was made. The immediacy of sketching allowed him to rapidly capture architectural details. The soft gray of the graphite emphasizes the subtle interplay of light and shadow on the buildings' surfaces. Eversen’s marks are economical; we can see erasures and changes of mind. The speed of the medium allowed him to work on site, perhaps making the most of a fleeting moment. Through the humble materials of paper and pencil, Eversen encapsulates the essence of these structures. This study sheet blurs the boundaries between preliminary sketch and finished artwork. It reminds us that process and material choice are critical to understanding an artist's intent.