Tekstblad met een koekoek op een tak 1892

Theo van Hoytema's "Tekstblad met een koekoek op een tak" (1892) is a detailed pencil drawing that depicts a cuckoo perched on a branch, surrounded by foliage. The composition features a stylized text beneath the bird, which refers to the cuckoo's thought that all creatures, including humans and kings, should share their resources. The artwork is a testament to Van Hoytema's meticulous draftsmanship, and it serves as a whimsical commentary on social justice and equality. The drawing, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artist's fascination with nature and his ability to infuse it with philosophical depth.