Doorweekte jongen op een deurmat (1928)

This expressive ink drawing, created by Miep de Feijter in 1928, captures a heartfelt moment between two characters framed within a domestic setting. The title, "Doorweekte jongen op een deurmat," translates to "Soaked Boy on a Doormat," a straightforward yet evocative description of the scene depicted.In the artwork, we observe a young boy standing on a doormat inside what appears to be a home’s entrance. He gives a sheepish grin that suggests a mix of mild embarrassment and relief. His clothes are drenched, clinging to his body, and water puddles around his feet on the doormat, clearly marking his recent ordeal in the rain. The contrast between his soggy state and the dry, warm interior of the house underscores his current predicament.To the right, an older woman, possibly his mother, stands observing the boy. Her posture and expression are filled with concern, yet there’s a hint of amusement or perhaps resignation at the situation. Her hands are clasped together, and she dons a traditional dress, indicating the era and setting of the narrative.The meticulous detail in the drawing—from the folds in the woman’s dress to the patterned windows and the gentle shading—brings life and depth to this simple domestic incident. Miep de Feijter’s use of ink outlines with minimal color highlights the central figures, drawing attention to their expressions and interactions.