Huizen bij een brug 1913 - 1918

Alexander Shilling created this sketch with graphite, capturing a scene of houses nestled near a bridge. The drawing has a raw, immediate quality, evident in the energetic strokes that define the forms. Notice how Shilling uses line to suggest depth and texture. The density of lines creates shadowy areas while the sparser strokes indicate lighter, open spaces. The composition is carefully arranged to lead the eye through the scene. The architecture blends with the surrounding foliage, suggesting an integration of the built environment with the natural world. This interplay between line, texture, and composition destabilizes conventional distinctions between nature and architecture. Shilling encourages a dialogue between the organic and the constructed. The sketch evokes a sense of place while exploring broader themes of human presence within the landscape. It’s a study in visual communication, where simple lines convey complex ideas about space and perception.