Gezicht op een molen aan het water 1847 - 1874

Jan van Lokhorst etched this view of a mill on the water sometime in the 19th century. The scene is dominated by the looming silhouette of the windmill, a symbol deeply rooted in the Dutch landscape and psyche. More than a mere industrial structure, the windmill evokes notions of Dutch ingenuity, prosperity, and the ongoing battle against the waters. We see similar structures across time, from medieval gristmills to modern wind turbines. The windmill in Lokhorst's etching carries an emotional weight. It resurfaces repeatedly in art and culture as a testament to human resilience. This reflects a collective memory and the subconscious, which may affect the production and interpretation of the motif. Its enduring presence serves as a reminder of our complex relationship with the natural world.