Laan tussen bomen 1855 - 1881

"Laan tussen bomen" (Dutch for "Alley between trees") is a small, 65 x 104 mm pen and ink drawing created by Coen Metzelaar between 1855 and 1881. The drawing showcases Metzelaar's distinct style, utilizing rapid, gestural lines to capture the essence of a tree-lined alleyway. The image features a perspective down a path, the trees on either side rendered with a dynamic, almost abstract approach that emphasizes their form and texture. This work, like much of Metzelaar's oeuvre, demonstrates his sensitivity to light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere within the simple composition.