Twee zilverreigers 1898

"Twee zilverreigers" (Two Egrets), created in 1898 by Dutch artist Theo van Hoytema, depicts two egrets standing in a marshland environment. The artwork, on display at the Rijksmuseum, showcases van Hoytema's mastery of etching, a printmaking technique that uses an acid to create the image. The egrets, rendered in stark white against a dark background, appear lifelike with delicate details of their plumage. Van Hoytema's subtle use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, emphasizing the natural beauty of these birds.