Gezicht op Woensdrecht c. 1909s

Alexander Shilling made this sketch, 'Gezicht op Woensdrecht,' presumably on location, using what looks like a pencil in a small notebook. The marks are light and quick, capturing a sense of place with minimal detail. The left page shows what might be trees or foliage, sketched with delicate, almost tentative lines. On the right, the landscape unfolds with slightly more definition, suggesting buildings or structures in the distance. I'm drawn to the way Shilling uses line weight to create depth; thinner lines recede, while slightly bolder strokes bring elements forward. It's a simple technique, but effective in conveying spatial relationships. It reminds me a little of Symbolist landscapes from the late 19th century, especially the drawings of Odilon Redon, in that they both use a subjective eye to render their landscapes. There's an openness here, allowing room for imagination and multiple interpretations.