Huis Possibly 1876 - 1877

Willem Cornelis Rip made this drawing, in graphite, in December 1876 or 1877. The faint image shows a house in the Dutch landscape. Rip lived and worked in the Netherlands during a time of great social change. This sketch gives us a glimpse into the artist's early development. He would later become known for his serene landscapes, celebrated by institutions like the Pulchri Studio. The Pulchri Studio was a society that promoted the arts in The Hague, the Netherlands, and Rip was a member. This shows his connection to the art world of his time. The social and economic changes happening at the time influenced Rip's artistic path, and the institutions played a big role. To fully understand Rip's work, we can look at his connections to art societies, and the cultural trends of the late 19th century Netherlands. Considering these social and institutional contexts helps us understand the meaning of Rip's landscapes.