Landschap met cavaleristen 1865

This is ‘Landschap met cavaleristen’ made by Cornelis Albertus Johannes Schermer. It is a landscape of cavalrymen, the work is characterized by its delicate lines and muted tones achieved through etching. Notice how Schermer uses linear perspective and scale to create a sense of depth, positioning the cavalrymen at different distances. The subtle variations in tone and the way light filters through the scene evoke a distinct mood. The use of line and shading does more than just depict the landscape and its figures; it invites us to consider the broader narratives and ideologies it might represent. Schermer’s work engages with themes of power and representation, and uses a certain visual vocabulary to convey these ideas. The composition, with its balance of detail and open space, suggests a complex interplay between the individual and the collective.