Verschillende studies c. 1828 - 1897

Adrianus Eversen created this sketch titled Verschillende studies, or ‘Various Studies’ using graphite. Eversen lived and worked during a time when the Industrial Revolution was transforming European cities. In the lower-left of the frame is a sketch of a man in a coat and hat, perhaps a gentleman of the time period. The use of quick, light lines suggests that Eversen was focused on capturing the essence of the subject's form and movement rather than the details of his social standing. The man’s downward glance is indicative of this fast changing social landscape. There are other vague sketches on the page, which seem to emphasize forms. Eversen's sketches provide insight into the daily life and social dynamics of the 19th century, reflecting the human condition amidst the backdrop of urban development and societal change. His sketches become a poignant reflection on the experience of modernity.