Zeegezicht met aanlegsteiger en een figuur aan de vloedlijn c. 1850 - 1950

This is a pencil drawing of a seascape with a landing stage and a figure on the shoreline by an artist known as Monogrammist DS, made around 1873. The drawing is dominated by horizontal lines creating a division between sea and sky, the use of simple lines and shapes constructs a tranquil scene. The artist's choice of pencil as a medium contributes to a sense of immediacy and intimacy. The structural composition, with its emphasis on line and form, reflects a semiotic system of signs, each mark contributing to the overall construction of the scene. The sparse details and open space challenge fixed notions of representation, inviting viewers to engage with the fundamental elements of visual perception. The horizontal orientation of the drawing and the balanced distribution of elements contribute to its aesthetic appeal. The drawing is not just a depiction of a scene, but an exploration of how we perceive and interpret the world around us.