Fotoreproductie van een tekening van een gezicht Utrecht met de Mariakerk door Anthonie Waterloo 1880 - 1907

This is an undated reproduction of a drawing depicting a view of Utrecht with the Mariakerk, originally by Anthonie Waterloo. Executed in monochrome, the drawing employs a sophisticated layering of tones to create depth and texture across the landscape. Note how the stark contrast between the dark foreground and the lighter sky immediately draws the eye, establishing a visual hierarchy. The composition is structured around a play of horizontals and verticals: the flat horizon line is punctuated by the verticality of the Mariakerk and the trees. This juxtaposition creates a visual rhythm that guides our gaze through the artwork, while the strategic placement of architectural elements organizes the space into distinct planes. Observe how the drawing challenges conventional notions of perspective; the artist seems less interested in exact spatial representation and more focused on creating an atmospheric effect. In essence, the drawing captures a moment in time. The artist invites us to contemplate the complex relationship between space, representation, and perception.