Haas 1840 - 1880

This artwork, named 'Haas', was created by Johannes Tavenraat. At first glance, this drawing may seem like a simple sketch, but look closer. You'll notice the immediacy of the ink on paper, almost as if the hare was captured mid-leap. Tavenraat has not labored over it but instead, he has quickly captured the animal's essence with expressive strokes. The way the ink bleeds slightly into the paper adds to the sense of movement and vitality. Yet, the drawing also prompts us to consider the labor involved in creating even the most seemingly spontaneous artwork. Each stroke of the pen is a deliberate act, reflecting Tavenraat's skilled hand and eye. And while the subject matter may seem traditional, the loose, gestural quality of the drawing hints at a more modern sensibility. This challenges our assumptions about what constitutes 'finished' art, inviting us to appreciate the beauty of process and the artist's hand.