Twee engelen voeren een wagen door de lucht 1874 - 1925

Jan Veth rendered "Two Angels Driving a Chariot Through the Air" in graphite, a drawing that evokes classical mythology through a delicate, almost dreamlike vision. Veth was active during a period of significant social change, marked by the rise of both industrialization and new spiritual movements. Here, two winged figures guide a chariot pulled by horses. The sketch invites us to consider the symbolic weight of its imagery: Are these angels, ancient gods, or allegorical figures? The ethereal quality of the drawing, with its fine lines and understated composition, speaks to a desire to transcend the material realities of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It’s as though Veth sought to create a space for contemplation, a visual poem that reflects a longing for the sublime. In this way, the drawing doesn't just depict a scene; it evokes a sense of yearning, a desire to connect with something beyond our immediate grasp.