Koorhek in de noordelijk transept van de Sint-Salvatorskathedraal in Brugge, België before 1887

This engraving depicts the choir screen in the northern transept of St. Salvator's Cathedral in Bruges, Belgium. Although anonymous, it masterfully renders the ornate details of the wooden structure. The image is dominated by a vertical composition divided into horizontal registers, each featuring intricate carvings. The use of light and shadow emphasizes the texture and depth of the wood, creating a tactile visual experience. Note how geometric patterns and organic motifs intertwine, reflecting the period's aesthetic sensibilities. Here, the artist's emphasis on architectural elements is a semiotic system of signs that invite us to read beyond mere representation and enter a dialogue about cultural values and artistic practices. It challenges the notion of fixed meanings, encouraging new perspectives.