Vignet met distel 1884 - 1952

"Vignet met distel" is a detailed black and white drawing by Dutch artist Reinier Willem Petrus de Vries. Created between 1884 and 1952, the artwork depicts a single thistle in a simplified and stylized manner. De Vries emphasizes the spiky texture of the plant, using fine lines to create a sense of movement and detail. The thistle, a symbol of resilience and strength, is rendered with a delicate touch, highlighting the beauty within its prickly exterior. The work exemplifies de Vries's fascination with the intricacies of the natural world and his skill in translating those observations into art.