Hoofd van een vrouw met gesloten ogen 1924

Simon Moulijn drew "Head of a Woman with Closed Eyes," sometime in the early 20th century, with pencil on paper. The drawing emphasizes soft light and shadow to produce a calming effect, enhanced by the subject's peaceful expression. Moulijn’s deliberate use of line and shading draws attention to the formal elements of the woman’s face. The soft lines around her eyes and mouth suggest a serene detachment, while the heavier shading at the back of her head creates depth and volume. The composition is strikingly simple. The subject occupies most of the frame, which invites an intimate viewing experience. The choice to depict closed eyes removes the possibility of direct engagement, turning the subject inward. This may reflect broader philosophical interests in the internal life and subjective experience. The drawing exists as a study in form, but also as a reflection on the nature of consciousness and representation.