Uit de boerderij 1873

This print, titled 'Uit de boerderij', presents scenes from farm life, capturing the essence of rural existence through various vignettes. Notice the rooster crowing proudly among the hens. It's a symbol deeply rooted in our collective memory. The rooster, throughout history, has been more than just a farm animal; it's a symbol of vigilance, courage, and resurrection. In ancient Greece, it was associated with solar deities, embodying the dawn and new beginnings. This echoes in the Christian tradition, where the rooster is often seen atop church steeples, a reminder of Peter's denial of Christ and, more profoundly, a symbol of Christ's resurrection. Consider how this once pagan symbol transitioned into Christian iconography, its core essence of awakening and vigilance enduring. It is a powerful emblem that has traversed time, bearing the weight of cultural memory and resurfacing in diverse contexts, each time enriched with new layers of meaning.