Honden 1903 - 1919

This page, titled "Honden", which I think is Dutch for 'dogs', was made as a children's print by Arie Willem Segboer. The range of browns and beiges is soft and inviting. It reminds me of those old, slightly faded photographs you find tucked away in family albums. Look how Segboer captures the dogs' different moods and personalities with such simple lines. The one peeking out from the doghouse, with its droopy ears and gentle eyes, seems so full of curiosity. And the one lying on the stone bench, all curled up and sleepy, looks like it doesn't have a care in the world. The contrast of colors is intriguing; the darker browns and blacks make the lighter areas pop, creating a sense of depth and texture that really brings the dogs to life. Segboer's prints make me think of artists like Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, who had this knack for capturing the everyday moments of life with such intimacy and charm. Art is like a big conversation between artists across time, each adding their own voice and perspective to the mix.