Man in een roeiboot, waarschijnlijk bij de Slatuinen in Amsterdam 1894 - 1895

This etching, titled 'Man in a rowboat, probably near the Slatuinen in Amsterdam' shows a man in a boat in a quiet canal scene. The water, as a symbol, holds a profound depth, often mirroring the subconscious mind. Since ancient times, water, as a motif, has appeared in art and mythology. The philosopher Thales believed water was the origin of all things. Carl Jung, in his exploration of the collective unconscious, saw water as a symbol of the depths of the psyche. Across cultures and epochs, it surfaces, reflecting both tranquility and the potential for chaos. From baptismal rites to the mythical River Styx, its symbolic power endures. The very act of rowing, of navigating these waters, speaks to our eternal quest to chart the unknown waters of the self. In our collective memory, the psychological weight of this primordial symbol continues to resonate, influencing our interpretations and emotional responses.