And Z for Zoologist 1898

"And Z for Zoologist" is a woodblock print by William Nicholson from 1898, now in the Rijksmuseum. It depicts a zoologist seated, holding a drawing of a bird. Nicholson's distinctive style, characterized by bold outlines and flat, simplified forms, is evident in this work. The simplified figures and use of black and white lend a graphic quality to the print. This piece exemplifies Nicholson's contribution to the revival of woodblock printing in the late 19th century and the development of the Art Nouveau movement.