Høns 1899

Søren Lund created this work, "Høns," using etching techniques on a plate measuring 98 by 127 millimeters. The composition features a gathering of chickens, meticulously rendered with fine, detailed lines. This evokes a sense of rustic simplicity, typical of agrarian life. Lund's decision to employ etching, with its capacity for intricate detail and tonal variation, underscores his formalist approach. Note the strategic use of line and shadow. The careful arrangement of the chickens creates a sense of depth within the shallow pictorial space, drawing the eye across the scene. The etching process allows for a play of light and dark. Lund masterfully uses this to define the forms of the chickens and the rustic setting. This technique enhances the texture of the wooden backdrop and the varied plumage of the fowl. The subdued palette invites viewers to focus on the structural elements, highlighting how the interplay of line, form, and texture coalesces to construct a world both familiar and visually engaging.