Abklatsch van de krijttekening op pagina 69 c. 1884 - 1887

This is a transfer of a chalk drawing on page 69 by Willem Witsen, housed in the Rijksmuseum. The image is dominated by a ghostly grey expanse, punctuated by barely-there darker smudges and indistinct vertical forms. The texture is soft, almost velvety, offering a subtle visual field that evokes quiet contemplation. Witsen uses minimal contrast. The elusive forms suggest an urban landscape obscured by mist, challenging our perception of clear representation. One can consider this through the lens of structuralism, where the absence of distinct forms prompts us to question the underlying codes of representation. The stark contrast between the traditional medium of chalk and the ethereal subject matter engages with post-structuralist notions of destabilized meaning, inviting subjective interpretation. This work serves as a reminder that art is not about fixed representation but about exploring the boundaries of perception and meaning.