{"product_id":"poon-op-de-rug-gezien-en-studies-van-een-oog-gerrit-willem-dijsselhof","title":"Poon op de rug gezien en studies van een oog - Gerrit Willem Dijsselhof","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed graphite study by Gerrit Willem Dijsselhof featuring a gurnard viewed from above and anatomical notes on an eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis study by Gerrit Willem Dijsselhof captures the analytical approach characteristic of his work. As a prominent figure in the Dutch Nieuwe Kunst movement, Dijsselhof maintained a fascination with natural forms, often observing marine life with the precision of a biologist. The sheet features a dorsal view of a gurnard, a fish known for its distinct shape and pectoral fins, alongside detailed examinations of an eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drawing functions as a working document rather than a finished composition. Dijsselhof uses graphite to map out the physical structure of the specimen, supplementing the visual data with handwritten Dutch annotations. These notes detail specific colour values, light reflections, and textural qualities, providing a glimpse into his process of preparing for larger decorative or illustrative projects. The lines are light and exploratory, reflecting the artist's focus on capturing the essence of the subject through careful observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDijsselhof was deeply involved in the decorative arts, and his interest in nature was not merely academic. He frequently incorporated these naturalistic observations into his designs for textiles, woodcuts, and interiors. This sketch demonstrates his ability to balance scientific rigour with an artistic eye. The composition is utilitarian, with the various studies arranged on the page to maximise space for notes. The presence of a small monogram and numbering suggests this page was part of a larger collection or sketchbook, preserved for its value as a record of the artist's methodology. By focusing on the anatomy of the gurnard, Dijsselhof reveals his commitment to understanding the natural world, a trait that informed the organic motifs found throughout his broader body of work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhombus-laevis-la-barbue-jacques-van-merlen\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRhombus Laevis La Barbuë by Jacques van Merlen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/feathered-cone-shell-balthasar-van-der-ast\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFeathered Cone Shell by Balthasar van der Ast\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gerrit Willem Dijsselhof","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59147314692431,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59147316461903,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59147316494671,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59147316527439,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59147316560207,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59147316592975,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59147316625743,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59147316658511,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59147316691279,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59147316724047,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59147316756815,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59147316789583,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Poon-op-de-rug-gezien-en-studies-van-een-oog_Poster_CompositorV1_1792109997445.jpg?v=1792301240","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/poon-op-de-rug-gezien-en-studies-van-een-oog-gerrit-willem-dijsselhof","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}