{"product_id":"wagen-getrokken-door-chimaera-mathieu-lauweriks","title":"Wagen getrokken door Chimaera - Mathieu Lauweriks","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking 1895 woodcut by Mathieu Lauweriks featuring a mythological chariot, defined by geometric precision and high-contrast graphic symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodcut by the Dutch architect and designer Mathieu Lauweriks displays the characteristic geometric rigour associated with his work during the late nineteenth century. Created in 1895, the composition features a chariot pulled by a chimera, a mythological creature rendered here with stylised, scale-like patterns. The scene is framed by strong vertical and horizontal elements, including a prominent wheel and a text block reading 17 MAART 1871, which relates to the historical context of the Paris Commune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLauweriks was a significant figure in the development of Dutch modernism, often applying mathematical principles to his designs. The image relies on high-contrast black and white forms to create a sense of movement and tension. The radiating lines behind the central figure suggest a sunburst or a halo, adding a layer of symbolic weight to the mythological subject. The figure of the driver, wielding a sword, is positioned with a sense of urgency, contrasting with the steady, forward motion of the beast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print reflects the broader European interest in the occult and classical mythology that permeated the Symbolist movement. Lauweriks avoids naturalistic shading, opting instead for a graphic, flattened approach that prioritises the structural integrity of the image. The work demonstrates his ability to integrate typography and illustration into a cohesive unit, a skill that would later inform his contributions to theosophical design and architectural theory. The rough edges of the paper and the handwritten annotations provide a glimpse into the artist's process, showing this as a working proof or an early edition. 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