Man op een tafel c. 1901 - 1927

Johan Antonie de Jonge created this drawing, 'Man op een tafel', with delicate strokes of charcoal. The composition is dominated by the figure of a man, positioned on what appears to be a table. The stark contrast between light and shadow accentuates the contours of his form. De Jonge uses line and shadow to create form, pushing the boundaries of representation. Here, the artist isn't just depicting a man on a table, but also exploring the spatial relationships and the interplay of light and dark. This interplay challenges conventional modes of seeing, inviting us to reconsider how we perceive space and form. The drawing's stark lines and shadowy textures reflect the period's broader artistic and philosophical interest in pushing beyond traditional representation. It invites us to look closer at the artwork's formal qualities, recognizing that the visual structure itself contributes to the overall meaning.