Fotoreproductie van een tekening, voorstellende een portret van Henri van Wermeskerken door Antoon van Welie after 1930

This photographic reproduction of a drawing, portraying Henri van Wermeskerken, was made by Adam Frequin. The somber tones and meticulous detail invite contemplation. Notice how the artist uses chiaroscuro, the contrast between light and dark, to sculpt the face and form of the figure. Light gently illuminates the right side of his face, drawing our attention to the eyes and subtle expression. The composition adheres to a traditional portrait structure, yet the softness of the charcoal lends a certain atmospheric quality. This texture challenges the rigidity often associated with formal portraiture. Through the deliberate play of light and shadow, Frequin captures not just a likeness but also a sense of interiority. It is in these nuances of light and form that the drawing transcends mere representation, inviting us to consider the complex interplay between appearance and essence.