Hut met rieten dak aan een waterkant 1892 - 1940

Henri Verstijnen made this drawing of a thatched-roof hut by the water's edge with pen on paper. There’s a sense of immediacy in the way Verstijnen uses the pen, like he’s capturing a fleeting moment, or maybe even a memory. The lines are dense and energetic, especially in the thatched roof, which feels almost alive with texture. Look at the reflection in the water – those quick, choppy lines give it movement, right? The contrast between the dark ink and the pale paper creates a starkness that’s softened by the slightly tilted perspective, making the scene feel intimate and familiar, like a snapshot from a family album. It reminds me of drawings by Vincent van Gogh, especially in the way he uses line to create depth and atmosphere. You know, art's all about connections, echoes, and seeing the world through someone else's eyes, isn't it?