Valk op een tak 1896 - 1947

Emilius Wilhelmus Dehé created this image of a falcon on a branch with etching. The falcon, perched with focused intensity, embodies potent symbolism stretching back through ages. Historically, the falcon signifies nobility, power, and keen vision. In ancient Egypt, it was the emblem of Horus, a god linked to kingship and protection. This bird of prey, ever vigilant, becomes a cultural messenger—a motif passed down through history. Consider the falcon's presence in medieval falconry versus its depiction in modern heraldry. Its essence remains, yet its application shifts, influenced by socio-political climates and cultural adaptations. This mirrors the way symbols evolve in our collective psyche, constantly reinterpreted. Such images tap into deep, often subconscious, layers of understanding, stirring something primal within us. The falcon continues to resurface, carrying echoes of past meanings while adapting to new cultural landscapes, reminding us of art's enduring power.