Hoop 1855 - 1915

"Hoop" is a 19th-century etching by Friedrich Wilhelm Burmeister, a German artist born in 1845. The artwork depicts a woman seated on a large anchor, gazing upwards towards a cloudy sky. This piece, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Burmeister's mastery of line and detail, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere. The woman's pose and the anchor symbolize hope and steadfastness, making this an intriguing study in human faith and resilience.