Untitled (War) c. 1938

Julio de Diego's "Untitled (War)" is a powerful black and white woodcut from c. 1938, which utilizes stark contrasts to portray the suffering of war. In the image, a woman, shrouded in a heavy cloak, protects two children, their faces full of fear, from the bombing planes silhouetted against the turbulent sky. The artist's use of bold lines and simplified forms creates a sense of urgency and despair, reflecting the harrowing realities of conflict. This woodcut serves as a poignant reminder of the devastating human cost of war.