Schuur c. 1904

"Schuur" (c. 1904) is a print by Dutch artist Pieter Willem van Baarsel, renowned for his depictions of daily life. This etching, housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures the interior of a simple shed, illuminated by a window. The composition emphasizes the interplay of light and shadow, the texture of the wood, and the mundane objects that contribute to the scene's quiet intimacy. Van Baarsel's use of line and detail creates a sense of both realism and poetic suggestion, reflecting the artist's interest in capturing the essence of everyday life.