Waiting
- Charcoal Sanding
- €475
- André Romijn
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Available
This charcoal drawing by André Romijn, titled "Waiting," captures the timeless theme of anticipation and hope. The subject is the wife of a fisherman, standing on a dyke, her gaze cast over the sea as she awaits the safe return of her husband and his crew. The sanding charcoal technique on BFK Rives paper imbues the work with a soft yet granular texture that mirrors the misty, saline air of the seafront and adds a tangible feeling of the environment's grittiness.
Romijn's use of charcoal is adept; the medium's inherent softness and the artist's control over its gradation create a sense of atmospheric depth. The subtle tones achieved through the sanding technique suggest the diffuse light of an overcast sky, which may be indicative of the emotional uncertainty of the fisherman's wife as she scans the horizon.
The composition is strong yet simple, with the subject positioned to the side, allowing the vast sea and sky to dominate the canvas. This not only creates a sense of scale but also emphasizes the solitary nature of her vigil. The figure is rendered in solid, dark tones, grounding her against the broad swaths of lighter background, and her posture—a hand raised to shield her eyes—conveys her longing and the persistent search for a sign of her husband's boat.
Romijn manages to evoke a narrative that is both personal and universal. The act of waiting for a loved one's return is a poignant scene that resonates across cultures and eras, encapsulating the shared human experiences of worry, hope, and resilience.
Furthermore, the use of traditional materials like charcoal and the time-honoured technique of sanding on high-quality paper like BFK Rives speaks to a commitment to craftsmanship. This choice of medium and technique reflects an engagement with the physical process of art-making that is both reflective and meditative.
"Waiting" is a powerful visual story of patience and fidelity. It is a reminder of the strength of those who must endure absence and the emotional landscapes they inhabit during those periods of uncertainty. This work is a fine representation of Romijn's ability to convey complex human emotions through the subtleties of charcoal drawing.
Framed with recovered driftwood from the sea. As standard in our Gallery, this is the framed with special anti-reflective and virtually invisible glass (up to 70% UV protection).
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- Subject Matter: Figurative
- Created: February 2023
- Collections: There’s no place like home, Volendam, a picturesque harbour for artists all over the world, Water