December 1917

"December" is a 1917 woodcut by Dutch artist Julie de Graag. It features a stylized, almost abstract, depiction of a sleeping cat, rendered in black and white. De Graag's use of bold lines and simplified forms is characteristic of the Expressionist movement, highlighting emotional impact over realistic representation. This small work, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artist's talent for capturing the essence of her subject with a powerful and expressive style.