PO bcs 65 1931 Miesse Patrick van der Strict

The drawing presents a large motor vehicle, seemingly a bus or coach, rendered in watercolor and ink. The artist has chosen a slightly elevated perspective, allowing for a detailed depiction of its mechanical components alongside the interior space. The vehicles color scheme is dominated by dark green with red accents highlighting trim and lettering.
Here we see a driver positioned behind the wheel, his face visible through the windshield, suggesting an active scene rather than a static display. Several passengers are discernible within the bus’s cabin, though their features are less defined, contributing to a sense of anonymity. The text Grottes de Han and SATAL 1 Place de la Bourse Bruxelles is displayed prominently on the vehicles side, indicating its purpose as transportation for tourists visiting the Han Caves and suggesting a connection to Brussels.
The artist’s technique emphasizes realism; the rendering of metal surfaces, tires, and the engine components demonstrates an attention to detail characteristic of technical illustration or promotional material. The use of watercolor lends a softness to the overall image, softening the industrial nature of the subject matter.
A curious element is the reflection visible on the vehicles surface. It appears distorted and fragmented, creating an abstract pattern that contrasts with the precise depiction of the bus itself. This reflective quality introduces a layer of complexity; it could be interpreted as a commentary on perception or the fleeting nature of experience during travel. The inclusion of a serial number 30324 in the lower left corner further suggests this is a promotional piece, possibly for internal documentation or inventory purposes.
The drawing’s subtexts revolve around themes of tourism, transportation, and industrial progress. It captures a moment of mobility and leisure, while simultaneously acknowledging the mechanical infrastructure that enables it. The reflective surface adds an element of ambiguity, hinting at a deeper consideration of how we experience and remember journeys.