Abklatsch van de krijttekening op pagina 69 1901 - 1907

This intriguing drawing, made by Willem Witsen, is like a ghostly echo of a chalk drawing. You can almost feel the artist’s hand pressing down, transferring the image, a process of layering and revealing. I imagine Witsen, head bowed, carefully aligning the papers, curious about the strange new image that would emerge. The soft greys and faded blacks create an atmosphere of quiet contemplation, a sense of something hidden just beneath the surface. It reminds me of some of Gerhard Richter's blurred photos. Look closely, and you can see the subtle textures, the way the chalk has been lifted and shifted. It’s not just a copy; it's a transformation. The act of transfer has created a new artwork, with its own unique qualities and resonances. It speaks to the way artists are constantly in dialogue with one another, borrowing, adapting, and reinterpreting ideas across time.