Gebouw met een trapgevel c. 1828 - 1897

Adrianus Eversen made this architectural sketch, titled 'Gebouw met een trapgevel', using graphite on paper. Eversen was part of a generation of Dutch artists who turned towards familiar, local subjects, often depicting quaint townscapes and buildings. During the 19th century, this focus on local and national themes was a reaction to the sweeping social and political changes across Europe. Eversen's choice to depict a stepped-gable building then represents a turn to the familiar in a time of upheaval. In his art, Eversen invites us to consider how architecture embodies the values and history of a community. While this sketch is sparse, the building stands as a silent witness to the ebb and flow of daily life, echoing the stories of those who inhabited and interacted with it. Eversen’s work thus reflects a collective yearning for stability, identity and continuity.