Vrouw in blauwe jurk, 1913-1914 c. 1912 - 1913

Jan van Brock made "Vrouw in blauwe jurk" in 1913 or 1914, and it's like looking at a dream, all done in watercolor and ink on paper. The way the colors blend, especially in the dress, feels so natural, like watching the sky change. You can almost feel the fabric, soft and flowing. And those outlines? They're not just boundaries; they give the whole piece a sense of movement, like she's about to step right off the page. Take a peek at the golden sash, how it cinches the dress and catches the light, pulling you into the scene. It's a simple stroke, but it does so much, adding depth and a touch of drama. It reminds me a bit of Erté, that Art Deco flair for fashion and fantasy. But van Brock has his own thing going on. There's a raw honesty in the lines, a willingness to let the colors wander. It's a reminder that art's a conversation, where everyone's got something to say, and nothing's ever really finished.