Reiger 1933

"Reiger," a 1933 woodcut by Dutch artist Lodewijk Schelfhout (1881-1943), depicts a heron in a simplified, almost skeletal form. Schelfhout's use of white lines on a dark background creates a stark contrast, emphasizing the bird's graceful posture. The work, held in the Rijksmuseum, is a prime example of Schelfhout's distinctive style, characterized by precise lines and a focus on nature.