Kurhaus. Scheveningen 1890 - 1920

This is 'Kurhaus. Scheveningen', a vintage photograph by Henri Westerborg. It's an image steeped in a monochromatic palette that feels both nostalgic and immediate. The photograph presents a detailed view of the architectural structure, and it's like the artist's process is right there on the surface. I’m drawn to the physical texture—the graininess of the photograph itself, almost like you can feel the paper stock. The way light and shadow play across the facade creates a sense of depth and volume. Look closely at the dome, see how the light catches the edges, and it looks so solid. There's an ambiguity here, a tension between representation and abstraction, which is what great art often does. Like Philip Guston said, art is never finished, only abandoned.