Canaille 1891 - 1944

"Canaille" is a woodcut print by German artist Fritz Stuckenberg, created between 1931 and 1944. The work's stark black and white palette and simplified forms are characteristic of the woodcut medium, with emphasis on geometric shapes and bold lines. The scene portrays a group of individuals, their faces contorted in expressions of both despair and determination, suggesting a social commentary on the struggles of the time. The work is a powerful example of Stuckenberg's mastery of this technique, utilizing the sharp contrast and graphic lines of the medium to evoke a sense of urgency and intensity.