De haan 1894 - 1959

This print called "De haan" by Gordinne depicts a rooster and his hen. The print feels warm with tones of ochre and brown used to describe the hay-filled barnyard and the feathers of the birds. I can imagine the artist Gordinne carefully applying each stroke, mimicking the rooster’s feathers and the play of light and shadow on the barn. What would it be like to stand in that barnyard? Is that rooster crowing? I wonder if Gordinne lived on a farm? The rooster stands proudly, one leg raised as if in mid-strut. There is a confidence in his stance and his defined breast, but also the nervous energy of a little tyrant! It’s fascinating how artists, through their observation and mark-making, offer us glimpses into their world and their experience. They invite us to participate in this ongoing dialogue, connecting us to the past and inspiring new generations of artists and thinkers.