Op de boerderij 1903 - 1919

"Op de boerderij" by Arie Willem Segboer presents a series of vignettes depicting farm life. It is a printed image. I can imagine him planning the overall composition, moving fluidly between each scene as if he were strolling through the farm. The use of color is restrained, with soft, muted tones that create a sense of warmth and nostalgia, like a faded memory. I see each scene as a moment of observation and a nod to the everyday tasks and rhythms of rural life. The figures feel simplified but full of subtle detail. Segboer reminds me of folk artists, embracing simplicity while capturing an understanding of the world around them. This work reminds us that the spirit of art thrives far beyond the established art world, it’s in a conversation with the past, echoing with shared human experiences and values.