Weilanden rondom een boerderij bij Groesbeek Possibly 1896 - 1898

This pencil drawing by Willem Cornelis Rip offers a glimpse into the rural landscapes surrounding Groesbeek, presenting a study of open fields and rustic farm buildings. The composition, spread across a double-page spread, divides the scene into two distinct yet interconnected spaces. On the left, a low horizon and sparse details create a sense of expansive space, punctuated by a simple fence and a cylindrical object. The right page provides a contrast, focusing on the dense, textured depiction of a farmhouse nestled among foliage, its roof rendered with energetic lines. Rip’s use of line and shading suggests a keen interest in structure and form. The delicate strokes build up the scenes, defining shapes while allowing light to permeate the image. The drawing's materiality, particularly the graphite on paper, invites the viewer to appreciate the artist’s process, reflecting a broader artistic concern with the essential elements of representation. This work functions as both a record of a specific place and an exploration of the fundamental properties of drawing itself.