Study for ‘Canal Bridge, Flekkefjord’ c. 1913

Editor: This is Harold Gilman’s "Study for 'Canal Bridge, Flekkefjord'," from around the early 20th century. It’s a quick sketch, all sharp angles and handwritten notes. It feels like you're peering into the artist's thought process. What strikes you most about it? Curator: It's a fascinating glimpse into Gilman's method. I see him wrestling with the scene, trying to capture its essence, not just its appearance. Notice how the lines almost vibrate with energy? It's as if he's trying to pin down a fleeting impression. Does it feel complete, or unfinished to you? Editor: Unfinished, definitely. Like a puzzle, or an exploded diagram. Curator: Precisely! It’s honest. We aren't seeing a pristine vision but a vital stage in its development. The notes themselves become part of the art, don't they? Editor: They do! I thought they were distracting at first, now I think they are really the entire point. Thanks for the insight!