Achterkant van een auto 1890 - 1946

Cornelis Vreedenburgh made this pencil drawing, 'Achterkant van een auto' – or, 'Rear of a Car' – on paper. I imagine Vreedenburgh, with his sketchbook, quickly capturing a fleeting moment. There’s a sense of immediacy in the loose lines, as if he’s trying to capture the essence of the car before it drives away. The softness of the pencil allows for delicate shading, giving volume to the vehicle's form. It’s not just a literal representation; the artist’s mark-making brings a sense of atmosphere, the everyday world viewed through the lens of artistic observation. This sketch reminds me of other artists, like Giorgio Morandi, who found profound beauty in the mundane. Vreedenburgh’s car, sketched with such care, is a testament to the idea that inspiration can be found anywhere, in the most ordinary of subjects. Artists help us see the world anew.