Gezicht op een souk te Fez Possibly 1927

A.G.A. van Eelde captured this view of a souk in Fez with a camera, creating a small rectangular window into another world. The image is a study in tones, built up through the manipulation of light and shadow to evoke depth and form. I feel myself walking alongside Van Eelde as he's trying to find the perfect vantage point. It's not just about recording what’s there; it’s about finding a composition that speaks to the underlying dynamics of a place. I imagine the way the light filters through the narrow streets, casting everything in a soft, diffused glow. Look how the human figures are positioned against the architectural backdrop to create a sense of balance and harmony. The surface is smooth, almost tactile, inviting you to run your fingers across it. That soft focus, that dream-like quality connects Van Eelde to other artists who are not afraid to soften the edges and embrace ambiguity as a way of seeing and knowing.