Studieblad, onder andere met een vogel 1876 - 1924

Gerrit Willem Dijsselhof created this study sheet with a bird, using graphite on paper. Dijsselhof was active during a period when artists were deeply engaged with spiritualism and the occult, as a means to expand consciousness and understanding of the world. There’s something deeply personal about a study sheet. It gives us a glimpse into the artist's mind and their creative process. Dijsselhof, with his interest in symbolism, offers us a visual language that is both abstract and evocative. One can see how Dijsselhof moves away from traditional academic representations toward more personal and experimental narratives. The image is simple, but in its simplicity, it invites us to reflect on our own perceptions and interpretations. What does the bird symbolize for you? What emotions or ideas does this study sheet evoke? The beauty of art lies in its ability to spark dialogue and self-discovery.