Peutermeisje spelend aan een tafel 1865 - 1913

Here we have a delicate drawing by Bramine Hubrecht, depicting a young girl at play. Two distinct renderings of the child's head capture her shifting focus; one in profile, the other face-on. Note how the artist renders the girl’s hands, gently grasping a small object. This motif of the hand, the instrument of both creation and connection, resonates deeply across cultures. Think of the ‘Hand of God’ bestowing life, or the clasped hands symbolizing unity. Here, the child's interaction with her toy is rendered as an intimate moment, full of potential, of learning, and of the burgeoning curiosity that defines youth. This drawing provides a fleeting, yet poignant glimpse into the emotional landscape of childhood. The simple lines evoke a sense of tenderness, highlighting the profound connection we all share with our earliest experiences of play and discovery. The artist captures an emotional state, a feeling of innocence, wonder, and engagement with the world.