Weg zwischen zwei Baumgruppen mit einem Wagen, rechts am Zaun ein sitzender Mann 

Hermanus van Brussel’s drawing presents us with a path between two groups of trees with a wagon. The subdued palette and delicate washes establish a contemplative mood, drawing us into the scene. The composition is structured by the contrast between the dark, dense foliage of the trees and the open, lighter space of the path. This juxtaposition creates a dynamic interplay of light and shadow, lending depth to the image. The lines are soft, almost dissolving into the paper, which invites us to consider the relationship between representation and abstraction. We are confronted with the semiotic interplay between what is depicted and how it is depicted. Does the drawing challenge fixed meanings? Van Brussel masterfully uses the formal elements to create a sense of atmosphere. The delicate balance between detail and suggestion encourages us to reflect on the nature of perception and representation, inviting ongoing interpretation.