Twee mannen op een rotspartij 1830 - 1880

Adolphe Mouilleron made this print, "Two Men on a Rocky Outcrop," during a time of significant social change in Europe. The 19th century was an era of industrial growth and urbanization, yet this image captures a longing for simpler, more natural environments. We see two figures on a rocky landscape, set apart from the developments of society. The men blend into the scenery. The rock formation and trees are solid and dark, in contrast to the diffused light in the sky. Mouilleron uses the natural world to create a quiet scene. This image invites us to reflect on how we negotiate our relationship with the world around us. It reflects the yearning for peace. It reminds us of the importance of preserving our natural environment.