Eenden, Willem Maris, c. 1880 - c. 1904
The scene unfolds in a soft, damp corner of the Dutch landscape, where the boundary between water and earth feels perpetually moist. Two ducks move through the tall grass, their presence grounding the composition in a moment of natural stillness. Nearby, small chicks navigate the greenery, their tiny forms adding a sense of life and movement to the tranquil setting. A single bird perches on a branch at the center,…











