De dochter van den herbergier 1894 - 1959

This chromolithograph, titled "De dochter van den herbergier", is the work of the Monogrammist G.J. The image presents a sequence of scenes, arranged in a grid, depicting what appears to be a narrative. Each scene is delineated by a clear border, creating a sense of compartmentalization. The colour palette is restrained, yet the artist uses distinct hues to differentiate characters and settings. The formal structure, with its sequential arrangement, evokes a sense of time unfolding. This can be seen as a structural device, inviting us to read the image as a textual narrative. The scenes may challenge fixed meanings of the social classes by presenting a story where roles and expectations seem to be in flux. Through its structural composition and use of sequential imagery, the artist creates an open-ended commentary on societal roles, inviting us to decode its meanings.