Kinderen spelend met poezen in een tuin c. 1900 - 1930

Elly Verstijnen made this small drawing of children playing with cats in a garden, and did so with ink on paper. The drawing is notable for its bold contrast, achieved through the use of stark black ink against the white paper. This approach influences the artwork’s appearance, emphasizing the outlines and shapes of the figures. The details are spare, but the postures and expressions of the children and cats are vividly rendered, capturing a sense of childlike play and curiosity. Verstijnen has engaged with a rich tradition of illustration. The apparent ease of the drawing belies the work involved, and the artist has used a skillful hand to render the scene in a manner that is both simple and evocative. Ultimately, the meaning of this artwork lies in the intersection of materials, technique, and social context, challenging our traditional distinctions between fine art and craft.