Return of the Prodigal Son 1916

"Return of the Prodigal Son" is a woodcut created in 1916 by German Expressionist artist Christian Rohlfs. This piece depicts the biblical story of the prodigal son, with the father in the center, embracing his son who has returned home after a long period of exile. Rohlfs utilizes a bold and dramatic style, emphasizing the emotional weight of the scene through simplified forms and strong lines. This piece is characteristic of Rohlfs' use of Expressionist techniques, often employing bold, dark colors and distorted figures to convey emotions and psychological states.