Laan 1904 - 1905

Simon Moulijn made this etching of 'Laan', a lane, in silvery grey ink, and it feels like a memory or a dream. The etched lines are like whispers, creating a path that pulls you into the unknown. The texture is subtle, the way the ink sits on the paper, creating a soft, almost velvety feel. Look closely at the trees; they’re not just shapes, but masses of tiny marks, each one considered. It’s like Moulijn is building the forest bit by bit, moment by moment. The lane itself seems to dissolve into the distance. This reminds me a little of Whistler, that same sense of atmosphere and delicate touch, but with its own quiet intensity. Art is just one long conversation, isn’t it? Sharing ideas, seeing the world in new ways, and leaving room for our own interpretations. It's the not knowing that makes it interesting, right?