Schetsje van een boerderij 1773 - 1843

Georges Michel created this quick pencil sketch of a farmhouse. Its dimensions are modest, but the scene is expansive with a large, two-story building, smaller outbuildings, and trees all rendered in very light strokes. The sketch employs a structural system that is open and almost incomplete. Notice the economy of lines, yet they are dense, forming a network that defines volume and space. This technique does not aim to capture the definitive shape of things but rather their essence. The pencil lines are not so much descriptive as they are suggestive, creating a semiotic system. Michel's piece invites contemplation on how much information is needed to convey the sensation of place, form, and depth. This approach allows for a collaborative act where viewers fill in the gaps, engaging with the artwork to produce their personal interpretation. The beauty lies in its capacity to evoke a complete picture from minimal elements.