Watermolen tegen een bergrug 1832 - 1842

This is a drawing of a watermill against a mountain ridge by A. Regnier. The sepia ink evokes a sense of timelessness. The composition is structured by a steep, rising landscape, leading the eye upwards from the watermill to the buildings and the densely wooded ridge. Regnier masterfully uses light and shadow to define forms and create depth. The angular architecture of the watermill and the adjacent buildings contrasts with the organic shapes of the trees, highlighting a tension between man-made structures and the natural environment. The graded washes of ink suggest textures. The function of the lines and the balance of tones can be seen within a broader artistic investigation into how we perceive space and structure. It captures a moment of rustic life. The drawing remains open to interpretation.