Rotspartij in een aquarium, met kleurnotities 1876 - 1924

"Rotspartij in een aquarium, met kleurnotities" (Rock Formation in an Aquarium, with Color Notes) is a charcoal drawing by Dutch artist Gerrit Willem Dijsselhof, created between 1876 and 1924, now housed at the Rijksmuseum. The drawing depicts a series of abstract rock formations, rendered in loose strokes, with a sense of depth and volume, creating a suggestive underwater landscape. The use of charcoal, a material frequently utilized for preliminary studies, allows Dijsselhof to capture the fleeting nature of light and form within the aquarium. The artist's exploration of light and shadow, along with his dynamic lines, evoke a sense of movement and energy, characteristic of Dijsselhof’s style. The drawing is part of a series of works created in his late years, reflecting his ongoing fascination with the interplay of light, color, and form.