Straat met figuren en auto's 1890 - 1946

Cornelis Vreedenburgh sketched this street scene with figures and cars in graphite on paper. Vreedenburgh lived through both World Wars, witnessing profound shifts in Dutch society. This sketch might seem like a simple snapshot of urban life, but it reflects broader societal changes. The inclusion of cars, still a relatively new technology at the time, symbolizes progress and modernity, yet the sketch also suggests the potential alienation of modern life, with figures dwarfed by the street. Vreedenburgh’s choice of subject matter invites us to consider how industrial advancements impacted our relationship with the built environment. The sketch asks us to consider how cities shape our identities and experiences, and how rapid changes affect our sense of place and belonging. It's a quiet commentary on the evolving human condition.