Bomenlaan met dorpsgezicht 1887 - 1952

Chris van der Windt made this etching, "Bomenlaan met dorpsgezicht," with ink on paper. Etching is a printmaking process where the artist covers a metal plate with a waxy, acid-resistant layer. They then scratch an image into this layer, exposing the metal. When dipped in acid, the exposed lines are eaten away, creating grooves. Ink is applied to these grooves, the surface is wiped clean, and then paper is pressed against the plate to transfer the image. The marks are visible in the final print. The resulting image has a distinct character, capturing the tonal nuances of the landscape. The controlled corrosion allowed van der Windt to achieve precise details in the trees and village. The etching process itself demands patience and skill, connecting the artist to a tradition that values both technical mastery and artistic expression. It reminds us that every print is the result of an intimate collaboration between artist, material, and process, challenging our assumptions about fine art and craft.