Studie van twee ganzen 1862 - 1914

Alphonse Stengelin created this study of two geese as a pen drawing. The composition is divided into two vertical halves, mirroring the two geese, with the space between them creating a sense of balance. The texture created by the pen strokes gives the geese a tactile quality, as if we could feel their feathers. The image is more than just a representation of geese; it seems to challenge our perception. Stengelin plays with the idea of doubling, suggesting a reflection or an echo. The geese, while similar, have subtle differences in their posture and gaze. Stengelin uses simple forms and delicate lines to explore the themes of identity and difference. The drawing invites us to question what is real and what is a mere reflection. Note how Stengelin subtly destabilizes our assumptions about representation and reality. This approach opens a space for contemplation, reminding us that art is not just about what we see but how we interpret it.