Het dorp Heicop 1735 - 1737

Cornelis Pronk created this drawing titled ‘Het dorp Heicop’ with pen and gray ink, capturing a quaint village scene. The church steeple, piercing the sky, immediately draws our attention. The steeple is more than just an architectural feature; it's a symbol reaching back through centuries. Think of the Tower of Babel, a ziggurat whose story echoes through time. Both structures share this impulse to ascend, to connect with the divine. This aspiration is deeply embedded in our collective psyche, a desire for transcendence. Even today, we see echoes of this in modern skyscrapers, reaching for the heavens, each attempting to make a mark. This impulse towards verticality carries a psychological weight, reflecting our aspirations and ambitions. The image resonates with echoes of past and present.