Stallen met paarden op de plantage Gambar te Java c. 1921
willemwitsen
photo of handprinted image
light pencil work
natural tone
ink paper printed
pencil sketch
white palette
horse
watercolour illustration
tonal art
remaining negative space
watercolor
"Stallen met paarden op de plantage Gambar te Java" (Stables with horses on the Gambar plantation in Java) is an etching by Dutch artist Willem Witsen, created around 1921. This work depicts a typical scene from the Dutch East Indies, showcasing a plantation with stables and horses surrounded by lush foliage. Witsen's detailed and atmospheric depiction reflects his interest in capturing the everyday life and landscapes of the Dutch colonies. The etching's subtle shading and nuanced lines bring the scene to life, highlighting the beauty of the natural world and the human presence within it. This artwork is currently part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, showcasing the rich history of Dutch colonial art and its influence on the artistic landscape of the time.
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