Kalebassen c. 1944 - 1990

"Kalebassen" is a black and white etching by Dutch artist Kees Stoop, created sometime between 1944 and 1990. The artwork, now in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a cluster of gourds in stark relief against a textured background. Stoop's skillful use of light and shadow gives the gourds a sense of weight and presence, inviting the viewer to appreciate their simple, organic beauty. The etching's composition and minimalist style are characteristic of Stoop's work, which often explored themes of nature and everyday objects.