Still Life with Cat and Goldfishes 1949

Bernard Reder's "Still Life with Cat and Goldfishes" is a bold and expressive woodcut from 1949. The composition is filled with a dynamic interplay of organic and geometric forms, typical of the artist's style. The vibrant colors and simplified shapes create a sense of movement and depth, particularly in the depiction of the goldfish trapped in the glass bowl. The cat in the lower right corner adds a touch of whimsy to the scene, seeming to gaze intently at the fish. Reder's masterful use of color and texture, reminiscent of the early 20th-century Expressionist movement, creates a captivating and engaging composition.