1906
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Oudezijds Achterburgwal, twee deuren in het midden [The Oudezijds Achterburgwal, with Two Doors in the Middle] is a 1906 ink by Willem Arnold Witsen, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a narrow street with old brick buildings. The walls are rough and weathered, with dark patches and peeling paint. Three tall windows line the upper floor—two on the left, one on the right—each with curtains or blinds. Below, two doors sit side by side in the center, slightly open, revealing a hint of light inside. A small plant sits on the windowsill of the right window. The artist used a mix of fine lines and shaded tones to create depth. The rough texture of the bricks and the worn edges of the doors give the scene a lived-in feel. This print was made using a method that layers ink and water for soft shading. Check out etching to see how artists like this create detailed prints with acid and ink.
Willem Arnold Witsen (1898–1900) was an artist.
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