Middeleeuwse markt met keramiekkraam 1851 - 1909

Théodore Joseph Cleynhens created this print of a Medieval market with a pottery stall using etching. Note how the market is set against the backdrop of a grand, Gothic-style building. This juxtaposition merges the sacred with the profane, the everyday with the eternal. The arch, a prominent structural element, appears time and again throughout history. It is a symbol of transition, the passage from one state to another, seen in triumphal arches and cathedral entrances alike. The arch channels the viewer's gaze, offering a glimpse into spaces beyond. This invites reflection on how we continually seek passage through life’s stages, mirroring our subconscious desire for progression and understanding. It serves as a reminder that the past is always present, shaping our perceptions and experiences in ways we may not fully recognize.