Gezicht op Heukelum vanaf de Linge 1929

"Gezicht op Heukelum vanaf de Linge" was made in 1929 by Arend Jan Reijers, using pen and brush in gray. Reijers created this drawing during a period of significant social and cultural transformation. The early 20th century was marked by shifts in class structures and a growing awareness of the impact of industrialization on the environment. In this serene landscape, the figures on the river ferry perhaps represent the working class, reliant on the river for transport and trade, while the fishermen embody a more solitary engagement with nature, possibly hinting at leisure or sustenance. The choice to depict a rural scene reflects a yearning for simpler times, a sentiment that was common as society grappled with urbanization. The drawing invites us to reflect on our relationship with the land and how it shapes our identities and experiences. It's a quiet moment, but it speaks volumes about the changing world.