Drie gevels en figuurstudies c. 1828 - 1897

Adrianus Eversen created this drawing composed of building facades and people, capturing a moment in time. The facades themselves are potent symbols, evoking the idea of the "house" as both a physical structure and a representation of family, safety, and social identity. Consider the way the simple act of depicting a façade—an architectural "face"— resonates with our deep-seated need for shelter and community. Across cultures, the house symbolizes the self, and the façade is our presentation to the world. Notice how these structures are juxtaposed with human figures. This motif speaks to a relationship between people and their constructed environment, echoing through architectural renderings and urban landscapes across the ages. From ancient city plans to modern architectural sketches, the interplay between the "house" and its inhabitants reflects a continuous, cyclical dialogue between humanity and its surroundings.