Sic transit...
1880 - 1946
Henri van der Stok’s 'Sic transit…' is a moody, high-contrast print that captures the fleeting nature of beauty, referencing the Latin phrase 'Sic transit gloria mundi' (Thus passes the glory of the world). Created around 1920, this piece showcases a chaotic tangle of sunflowers, jagged leaves, and a tiny spider, blending Art Deco geometry with the raw energy of a woodcut. The inscription 'handdruk' at the bottom reveals it was hand-printed, giving this wild botanical scene a personal, tactile feel that makes the plants look almost restless and alive.
- Technique
- Woodcut
- Material
- Ink on paper
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