Sokkel met ornament 1876 - 1924

This is Gerrit Willem Dijsselhof’s study of a socle with ornament, made with graphite on paper. At first glance, you might notice the interplay between the straight lines forming the socle's structure and the curved, ornamental details. Dijsselhof’s formal approach evokes a sense of balance and tension. The structural design displays a somewhat rigid geometrical form but is softened by the flowing lines of the ornament. The overall design showcases the artist’s exploration of form and function. The socle is not just a base but a piece of art in itself, elevated through Dijsselhof's careful attention to the rhythmic interplay of shapes and lines. Notice how Dijsselhof’s semiotic system of signs interprets visual components to create a harmony between the structural and the decorative, challenging fixed meanings. It encourages us to reconsider the interplay between art and architecture and their potential for aesthetic reinterpretation.