Vaandel der vrije Flankeurs van de Hooge School te Groningen 1835 - 1850

This is "Vaandel der vrije Flankeurs van de Hooge School te Groningen", a print made by Albertus Verhoesen. The composition presents a figure standing proudly, holding a flag. Note how Verhoesen used a restricted colour palette, mainly blues, browns, and whites to evoke a sense of formality. The clean, precise lines defining the figure and flag give the image a sharp, official quality. The figure's posture and detailed uniform suggest a concern with structure and order. The flag itself acts as a signifier of authority. The symbol may also engage with semiotic systems, where colours and emblems communicate cultural values, such as freedom, learning, and institutional pride. It challenges fixed meanings by engaging with new ways of thinking about power and representation, by highlighting the importance of community. The linear precision and controlled palette of the print serves not just an aesthetic function, but also underscores the values of the institution. Art does not have a singular meaning but is a site of ongoing interpretation.