Vergezicht met dorp Ubbergen en dorpsgezicht te Persingen met kerk 1731

This drawing of Ubbergen and Persingen with a church was created by Abraham de Haen the Younger in the first half of the 18th century. During this period, the Netherlands was a republic, and artists often depicted landscapes and townscapes, reflecting a sense of national pride and identity. De Haen’s choice to represent these locations is not just geographic; it’s a glimpse into the cultural and social values of the time. The church stands as a central figure, indicative of the role of religion in daily life. The composition invites us to reflect on the relationships between community, faith, and the environment. While seemingly straightforward, this drawing echoes the period’s broader concerns with identity, community, and the place of the individual within the landscape. It captures a moment in time and also reflects the enduring questions about who we are and where we belong.