Boar, from Flaubert's "St. Julien the Hospitaller" 1957

Leonard Baskin's "Boar, from Flaubert's 'St. Julien the Hospitaller'" (1957) is an expressive woodcut that portrays a boar in a dynamic, almost balletic pose. The boar's muscular form is rendered with a dramatic use of line and shadow, adding a sense of intensity to the image. The simplified, almost abstract form of the animal is characteristic of Baskin's signature style, which is often described as Expressionistic. Baskin, who was known for his exploration of themes related to mortality, death, and the human condition, uses the boar as a metaphor to explore these complex ideas in his art. The piece's stark simplicity and powerful imagery create a memorable and thought-provoking experience for the viewer.