Man liggend onder deken, op het dek van een schip 1893 - 1923

This is a black and white photograph, its maker now unknown, of a man resting on a ship's deck. The limited palette emphasizes the textures, inviting us to consider the materiality of the scene. I'm drawn to how the blanket, draped over the figure, creates a landscape of its own with peaks and valleys of fabric. The folds aren't just representations; they're almost sculptural, the texture deeply felt. This reminds me that artmaking is a process, not just of seeing, but of feeling and experiencing materials. Look at the subtle gradations, the way light plays across the surface. It’s as if the artist is saying that ambiguity is where the interesting stuff lives. It makes me think of Agnes Martin, in the quiet, contemplative nature of the piece. Both artists remind us that there is beauty in simplicity and depth in the everyday.