The Composer Bernd Bosseljon 1923

Conrad Felixmüller's 1923 woodcut, *The Composer Bernd Bosseljon*, is a striking portrait of the German composer. The artist utilizes bold black lines and stark contrasts to depict Bosseljon in a dramatic pose. The subject's face is rendered in a stylized manner, with sharp angles and exaggerated features. The composition highlights the connection between the composer and his music, as Bosseljon's hands are positioned above a sheet of music and a piano keyboard. This woodcut is a fine example of Felixmüller's Expressionist style, which was characterized by bold, gestural lines and the use of color to convey emotion.