Haas by Johannes Tavenraat

Haas 1840 - 1880

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drawing, paper, ink

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drawing

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figuration

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paper

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ink

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line

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realism

Dimensions: height 65 mm, width 134 mm

Copyright: Rijks Museum: Open Domain

This drawing by Johannes Tavenraat captures a hare in mid-leap, rendered with swift, fluid lines in pen and ink. The hare, often a symbol of fertility and vulnerability, is depicted here in a state of flight, evoking a sense of urgency and survival. Consider, if you will, how this seemingly simple image resonates with deeper cultural memories. The hare appears in various contexts from ancient myths, folklore, and religious art. Think of the Easter Hare, embodying renewal and life, or its association with lunar deities. In each instance, the hare carries a complex blend of meanings. This drawing taps into our collective subconscious. The hare's flight becomes a symbol of our own fleeting existence, an emotional representation of our primal instincts for self-preservation. Such imagery has a remarkable capacity to engage viewers across centuries, reminding us of the non-linear, cyclical nature of symbols and the enduring power of cultural memory.

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