Portret van Abraham Bleekrode 1925

"Portret van Abraham Bleekrode" is a woodcut created by Meijer Bleekrode in 1925. This self-portrait depicts Abraham Bleekrode, likely a family member of the artist, in a stark, simplified style. Bleekrode uses strong black and white contrasts, characteristic of woodcut printing, to emphasize the subject's features and create a powerful image. The use of bold lines and geometric shapes evokes the style of Expressionism, a movement that emphasized emotional expression over realism. This work is currently held at the Rijksmuseum.