De laatste zonnestralen, Benares Possibly 1915

Wijnand Otto Jan Nieuwenkamp made this artwork, ‘The Last Rays of Sun, Benares’, with etching. Just look at the scene conjured! I imagine Nieuwenkamp carefully layering each line, building tone, and constructing atmosphere with each stroke. It's as though he's trying to capture not just the image of the place, but its very essence. I can almost feel the quiet and feel a sense of timelessness as I look at the old architecture, the small figures bustling along the riverbank, and the boats gliding on the water. Think about how he meticulously worked to create this sense of space and depth! The etching reminds me of Piranesi and his cityscapes. Artists are always borrowing and finding inspiration from one another! This artwork isn’t about fixed or definitive readings, but it's a conversation that invites you to respond and engage.