Kinders hier hebt gy tot u playsier / Van Jan en Lijs op 't ys vol zwier 1758 - 1787

This undated print by Jan de Lange presents a series of small, framed scenes, evoking a comic-strip-like effect, though more akin to early forms of sequential art. Each frame meticulously captures various figures engaged in winter activities, from ice skating to pulling sleds. The composition relies on a grid-like structure. The color is restrained, primarily using muted blues, reds, and browns that lend the artwork an antique feel. Notice the figures; they are rendered with simple, almost cartoonish lines, yet their arrangement within each frame conveys a sense of depth and movement. The scenes use gestures to convey an idea or narrative arc. This structured layout not only organizes the visual elements but also guides our reading of the artwork. The semiotic structure prompts a deeper engagement with how meaning is constructed through sequence and juxtaposition.