Rivierlandschap met een molen c. 1828 - 1897

Adrianus Eversen made this landscape with a mill using a graphite pencil on paper. Here, the artist has used the pencil to quickly capture the essence of the scene with light, delicate strokes. Notice how the varying pressure of the pencil creates depth and texture, suggesting the reflections in the water, the rough texture of the mill's structure, and the distant horizon. Pencil, as a medium, is incredibly accessible, democratic even. It’s a tool for sketching, for planning, and for quickly noting down observations. Eversen’s choice of this medium indicates a practical approach, prioritizing the swift communication of an idea, and using humble materials. This piece provides insight into the labor and infrastructure that defined 19th-century Dutch society, reminding us of the intimate connection between art, everyday life, and the modes of production. It serves as a reminder to look beyond the surface of art, appreciating the materials and processes that contribute to its creation and meaning.