Leeuwen Possibly 1915

"Leeuwen" (Lions) is a woodcut by Dutch artist Bernard Willem Wierink, possibly created in 1915. The print depicts two lions in a stylized, almost abstract manner, standing against a starry night sky. The print is part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum, and is a fine example of Wierink's use of graphic design and simplified forms to evoke a sense of drama and majesty. The dark outlines and delicate details create a sense of both power and vulnerability, reminding viewers of the beauty and danger of the natural world.