Blauwe map met een deel van een schetsboek, vier losse tekeningen, een veilingcatalogus en een brief met een schets 1874 - 1925

This blue map containing a sketchbook, drawings, a catalogue, and a letter with a sketch was assembled by Jan Veth, a Dutch artist active around the turn of the 20th century. While the individual drawings inside may be more conventionally regarded as art, the map itself is equally compelling. Bound with simple metal clasps, the folder is made from heavy paper stock, dyed a solid, unassuming blue. The appeal of this piece lies in its everyday quality. It is a utilitarian object elevated by its contents: the artist's intimate sketches and notes. The map is also an index to Veth's creative practice, reminding us that art-making is a process, not just a product. It invites us to consider the labor involved in artistic creation and the role of mundane materials in shaping artistic expression. By focusing on the materials and context, we can appreciate the subtle beauty and the deeper meaning of this unassuming artwork.