Gezicht in het dorp Waarde, op Zuid-Beveland c. 1700 - 1800

This drawing depicts a view of the village Waarde in Zuid-Beveland, presenting a landscape dominated by the church tower. The tower, a symbol of stability and spiritual guidance, reaches towards the heavens, a visual echo of humanity's aspirations. Consider the tower not just as a building, but as an 'image carrier.' This carries a motif of the axis mundi, a connection between the earthly and divine realms. This archetype has roots in ancient cultures, reappearing across diverse artistic expressions. Think of the ziggurats of Mesopotamia or the obelisks of Egypt, all functioning as conduits for spiritual energy. This striving for the divine, deeply embedded in our collective psyche, evokes a sense of longing. The church tower, a beacon in the village, represents a universal human desire to transcend the mundane and connect with something greater. The drawing then, becomes a mirror, reflecting our innermost spiritual aspirations.