Hand-Carved Armchair c. 1941

Cornelius Christoffels made this drawing of a hand-carved armchair, and what strikes me is how lovingly he's rendered the details. It’s like he's sitting with the chair, really looking, as he builds the image with these delicate marks. The texture and color in this piece, it’s all about comfort, isn't it? The warm reds and golds of the cushion, that fringe detail, those swirls in the wood grain. It almost feels like you could reach out and sink into it. Look closely at the way the light catches the armrests, see how the curve feels so natural, so inviting. It’s that kind of attention that breathes life into the piece, giving it a real sense of presence. This image reminds me a little of the folk art tradition, where everyday objects are transformed into something special, something cherished, through the artist’s touch. It’s a celebration of the beauty in the ordinary, inviting us to see the world with a fresh perspective.