Meerhuizen aan de Amsteldijk, waar de tentoonstelling De Vrouw werd gehouden 1913

Henriëtte de Vries created this etching, titled 'Meerhuizen aan de Amsteldijk,' a location that hosted the exhibition "De Vrouw”. The printmaking process, etching, involves skilled labor and a deep understanding of materials. To make it, an artist covers a metal plate with a waxy, acid-resistant substance, then draws through it with a sharp tool, exposing the metal. The plate is then immersed in acid, which bites into the exposed lines, creating grooves. Ink is applied to the plate, filling the grooves, and then the surface is wiped clean. Finally, paper is pressed onto the plate, transferring the ink and creating the print. Here, the fine lines of the etching beautifully capture the architectural details of the house and the surrounding landscape. You can almost feel the crispness of the air and hear the rustling of leaves. De Vries’ careful attention to detail reminds us to value the skill and artistry involved in all forms of making. Whether it's a grand painting or a simple print, each artwork is a testament to human creativity and effort.