Kerstmaal en woning 1929 - 1930

This photograph, *Kerstmaal en woning*, presents two separate images mounted on a dark page in a photo album. What I notice is the way the anonymous artist has arranged these photos, one of a festive Christmas meal, the other of a house on stilts, side by side. I imagine this artist, paging through their photographs, searching for connection and meaning. The formal dining scene captures a gathering, a shared experience, while the house set apart on stilts introduces a feeling of isolation, distance, and the everyday. Maybe this is the artist’s house? The artist might be exploring the juxtaposition of public celebration versus private dwelling, hinting at the contrasts within the lived experience. The work resonates with other artists who use mundane, everyday imagery to explore personal and universal themes. Ultimately, it’s a reminder that every artist is in conversation with themselves, and the world around them.