Stadsgezicht in Rotterdam c. 1828 - 1897

Adrianus Eversen created this Rotterdam cityscape with graphite on paper. The deliberate process of sketching, with its visible erasures and corrections, gives the work an intimate, exploratory quality. Eversen’s lines aren't just descriptive, they're also performative, showing his thought process as he translates the three-dimensional world onto a two-dimensional plane. The weight and texture of the graphite leave a physical mark on the paper. The simplicity of the materials invites us to appreciate the skill involved in conveying depth, light, and atmosphere with such economy. What might seem like a quick sketch actually reflects a deep understanding of architectural form, perspective, and the play of light and shadow. This drawing reminds us that the value of art isn't just in the final image, but in the labor, skill, and creative thinking embedded in the making.