Zeug zoogt haar biggen 1892 - 1940

Henri Verstijnen drew this image of a Zeug zoogt haar biggen with pen in ink. The sow, lying on her side, embodies primal maternal energy. Her little piglets gather around, seeking sustenance. It is a scene that echoes the ancient archetype of the nourishing mother, found in various forms across cultures. Consider the she-wolf suckling Romulus and Remus, the founders of Rome. Here, the act of feeding transcends mere biology, becoming a symbol of nurturing, protection, and the very foundation of civilization. This image of collective memory, hardwired into our subconscious, evokes a deep, almost visceral response. The sow, often a symbol of fertility and abundance, roots us in earthly existence. Verstijnen uses loose, expressive lines to capture a moment of intense intimacy, binding the viewer to the cyclical rhythms of life. This primal scene tugs at our deepest emotions, reminding us of our own origins and the enduring power of the maternal bond.