Witte kaketoe 1878 - 1914

"Witte kaketoe" (White Cockatoo) is a striking etching by Dutch artist Theo van Hoytema, created between 1878 and 1914. The print, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a white cockatoo perched on a metal chain and bowl, its plumage rendered in delicate detail. Van Hoytema masterfully captures the bird's elegant form and the textured surface of the metal, creating a stark contrast between the soft feathers and the cold, hard chains, potentially symbolizing captivity and confinement. The artist's signature adds a personal touch to the composition, emphasizing the artist's hand in creating this intricate and poignant work.