Kasteel Cannenburg te Vaassen, van opzij gezien 1863 - 1867

Jan Striening captured Kasteel Cannenburg in this drawing, rendering it as a symbol of resilience and authority. Castles, ubiquitous in art across centuries, transcend mere architecture. They stand as potent emblems of power and protection. Consider the medieval fortresses depicted in tapestries and illuminated manuscripts: their high walls and imposing towers mirror the Cannenburg's own, each evoking a sense of formidable strength. The moat, another defining element, is more than just a defensive feature. It conjures notions of safeguarding and isolation. I am reminded of the protective waters surrounding mythic places, mirroring a psychological boundary between the known and unknown, the safe and the perilous. This echoes in our dreams, where water often signifies the subconscious, shielding secrets deep within. Striening's Cannenburg is not just a building; it is a repository of collective memory, stirring ancestral echoes.