Kerktoren 1890 - 1946

Cornelis Vreedenburgh sketched this church tower with graphite on paper, capturing its architectural essence. The tower, with its ornate spire and weather vane, rises as a symbol of spiritual aspiration, deeply rooted in the community's collective psyche. The spire, an ancient symbol, directs our gaze heavenward, echoing the obelisks of Egypt and the minarets of Islam. Across epochs, it resurfaces, an unchanging symbol of humanity's dialogue with the divine. This upward reach triggers a subconscious yearning, a reaching for transcendence, echoing the collective memory of countless generations who have looked towards the sky in hope and reverence. Vreedenburgh's sketch invites us to reflect on the enduring power of symbols, constantly evolving through history and culture.