Fontamara XIV 1947

"Fontamara XIV," a woodcut by Fayga Ostrower, created in 1947, is a striking example of the artist's exploration of human emotion. The print features a close-up of a face, with the subject's head tilted back and their hand resting on their chin. The bold lines and dark shadows evoke a sense of anxiety and despair, suggesting a figure grappling with profound inner turmoil. Ostrower's use of woodcut technique lends a textured and expressive quality to the image, emphasizing the raw emotionality of the subject. "Fontamara XIV" is a powerful testament to Ostrower's talent for capturing the complexities of the human experience.