Abklatsch van de krijttekening op pagina 18 recto 1890 - 1946

This is a transfer of a chalk drawing made by Cornelis Vreedenburgh. The drawing is on page 18 of a sketchbook. The process, known as "abklatsch," involves pressing the original chalk drawing onto another surface, creating a reversed and often softened copy. The visible light gray lines on the paper are a direct result of this method, where chalk particles have been transferred by pressure. Chalk, a readily available material, lends itself to quick sketches and studies. The image provides a glimpse into the artist's working process. The "abklatsch" technique is a practical way to duplicate an image. It allowed the artist to preserve a transient sketch. It is also a means of exploring variations on a theme. Understanding this artwork requires us to appreciate not just the final image, but also the hands-on processes and resourceful methods employed by the artist. It challenges the traditional hierarchy between preliminary sketches and finished artworks.